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Get certified as an elementary mathematics specialist

This program is designed for those who already hold initial teacher certification and desire to complete requirements for the elementary mathematics specialist add-on certification through the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
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Overview

Sharpen your skills in teaching topics ranging from algebra to spatial visualization and probability. Successful completion of this certificate program requires 18 credit hours (six courses) of graduate-level coursework. While some may already hold a master's degree, certificate credit hours are transferable to the following master's program: 

 

Teaching, Learning and Leadership, MS - Science and Mathematics Education

Learn more about our science and mathematics education programs

 

Coursework

This program is offered fully online as well as in-person on the OSU-Stillwater campus. Online courses are delivered through Canvas, OSU's online learning platform. We facilitate peer-to-peer collaboration and community building using technology. Each of these courses are tied directly to the Oklahoma State Department of Education Elementary Mathematics Specialist standards.

 

Required (18 credit hours):

  • SMED 5253: Teaching Rational Number Concepts, Proportional Reasoning and Classroom Interactions
  • SMED 5273: Number Concepts and Assessment at the Elementary Level (PK-6)
  • SMED 5913: Teaching Geometry and Spatial Visualization
  • SMED 5923: Teaching Algebra and Mathematical Tasks
  • SMED 5933: Teaching Data and Probability in Schools
  • SMED 5943: Mathematics Leadership and Coaching (includes a minimum of 30 hours of field experience)

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Admissions Requirements and Deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified of admission status within four to six weeks of submission.

 

To apply for the program, submit the following:

  • Graduate College application
  • Transcripts from all previously attended institutions (undergraduate degree from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA required; admission with qualifications may be considered)
  • Goal statement
  • Academic vita/resume
  • Current teaching certificate

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Cost

Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in online degree and certificate programs.

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Cost details for out-of-state online graduate students

 

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