Mathematics education has an especially strong connection with the Departments of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The Specialization encourages a student-centered perspective in teaching and learning, and is also committed to exploring the potential of technology to enhance and transform the classroom. Emphasis is placed on research, evaluation, and curriculum development. More details on degree requirements are contained in the Graduate Programs Handbook from the Instructional Programs Office of the College of Education. With the assistance of an advisor each student assembles an individualized course of study.
Plans are currently underway to provide for doctoral-level specialization in statistics education.
The Graduate Program of the College of Education has additional requirements such as research methodology and early research experiences. In addition to course work, students have the opportunity to work closely with faculty in the design, implementation, and evaluation of mathematics education research through several ongoing projects. Since its founding in 1867, the University of Illinois has a reputation as an institution of international stature. The University consistently ranks among the top public universities in the country. The College of Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is consistently ranked among the top five colleges of education in the United States.