Program Overview

Teaching and Learning Mathematics

The teaching and learning mathematics program at Western Michigan University includes coursework focusing on mathematics, student thinking, mathematics teaching techniques, and teaching with technology.

Program Details

This program will provide students with:

• Field experience opportunities
• Theoretical understanding of mathematics
• Secondary mathematics teaching techniques
• Experiences designed to prepare students to enter post-baccalaureate teacher preparation programs

Beyond the Classroom

As a teaching and learning mathematics student at WMU, students will be required to complete field experiences designed to provide them with opportunities to:

• Assess student thinking
• Practice different teaching techniques
• Assess student understanding
• Use technology to deepen student understanding

Career Opportunities

Recent WMU graduates with degrees in teaching and learning mathematics are working as:

• High school mathematics teachers
• Middle school mathematics teachers Among the organizations they work for are:
  • Middle and high schools

Program Location

The program is offered in:

• Kalamazoo

Related Programs

Other programs of interest include:

• Business Education
• Child and Family Development
• Early Childhood Education Majors
• Elementary Education
• Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education
• Pre-Secondary Education

Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is located in Kalamazoo, MI, USA.