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EDUC 228Math Education: Research and Practice

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Examines research on the learning and teaching of mathematics. Topics include the nature of mathematics cognition and learning, how children learn mathematics, mathematical discourse, and perspectives on addressing diversity in mathematics classrooms. Course is required for M.A./credential students in secondary (single subject) mathematics and of Ph.D. students in mathematics education.

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to MA/credential students.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue 2:15pm–5:15pm
McHenry Clrm 3148P. TanOpen 5/20

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue 2:30pm–5:30pm
McHenry Clrm 3148P. TanOpen 5/20

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Paulo Tan4.9 / 51.7 / 5100%7

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