Learning Outcomes
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the master’s program, the College expects each candidate to be able to:
- Synthesize knowledge of mathematics, science, and technology in order to teach effectively in disciplinary or interdisciplinary contexts.
- Create an inquiry-based learning environment.
- Effectively use communication skills, including written, oral, and technological.
- Choose, implement, and evaluate the use of various pedagogical strategies.
- Use meaningful assessment methods.
- Effectively handle the dynamics of the classroom, especially when active learning strategies are implemented.
- Apply interdisciplinary problem-solving.
- Locate and create activities/projects to aid in the teaching of concepts.
- Use discourse effectively in the classroom.
- Integrate technologies in the learning environment.
- Apply interdisciplinary teaching and curriculum integration.
- Work in team situations.
- Understand the foundations of the MST initiatives.
- Do research.
- Assume a leadership role in mathematics, science, and technology education.
The master’s curriculum is designed and organized around putting into practice educational theory and research relating to how candidates learn mathematics, science, and technology.