Students obtain math degrees online.
Many people have very busy schedules, but in spite of this they can receive a higher degree. Online schools have made education easier to obtain by allowing students to have more flexibility with their schedules, and they do not have to worry about commuting to class on time. Students interested in pursuing a master's degree in mathematics can select from one of the following programs.
Liberty University
Those interested in a math education degree can pursue their interests at Liberty University Online, where they will learn research skills, educational pedagogy and practices as well as mathematics. This comprehensive education will ensure that students learn not only the practices for teaching mathematics to a wide range of educational levels, but also how different students best learn these skills. It is important to note that Liberty University is an evangelical institution, so Christianity is incorporated into all areas of study.
Liberty University
1971 University Boulevard
Lynchburg, Virginia 24502
434-582-2000
liberty.edu/aboutliberty/
American Global University: College of Mathematical Sciences
Students who wish to pursue their degree at American Global University's College of Mathematical Sciences have three options. They can obtain a master's of arts or master's of sciences in mathematics, or they may immediately begin a PhD program in the field. The M.A. is generally geared towards those who want to become teachers or plan to eventually obtain a PhD. In the M.S. program, students must take at least 18 of their 36 credits at the school. It is optional to write a thesis. Doctoral candidates are required to take a qualifying examination, complete a dissertation and take one sequence of two courses in functional analysis, complex analysis, differential geometry, numerical analysis, matrix algebra, abstract algebra, topology, ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations and probability and statistics.
American Global University
16478 Beach Blvd., # 461
Westminster, CA 92683
714-791-6559
americanglobalu.edu/
Texas A&M: College of Science
The master's of science program in mathematics at Texas A&M also offers an option to specialize in education. The degree requires 36 credit hours consisting of the following: 12 credits of regular mathematics courses, half of which must be standard graduate mathematics courses, 12 credits in survey of mathematical problems I & II, history of mathematics and mathematical communication and technology and 12 credits in education courses, statistics and other courses of the student's selection. Some courses from other departments will also count towards the online degree; the acceptable courses are numerical analysis, linear algebra and math analysis.
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas 77843
979-845-3211
tamu.edu/
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