University of North Carolina at Pembroke · Courses
MATE
6 courses with the subject MATE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MATE 5080Technology in Mathematics Education (3 credits)3
An inservice course in the comparison and evaluation of computer hardware configurations and computer software packages for the classroom. The mechanics of setting up a computer network. A consideration of the effect that computers in the classroom have on curriculum development.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MATE 5500Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Mathematics Education (3 credits)3
A critical study of current issues, trends, and the design and evaluation of curriculum in mathematics education. Students will develop, use, and evaluate a teaching unit as a major part of the work in this course. Required of all master’s candidates in mathematics education.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MATE 5530Teaching Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Techniques (3 credits)3
This course strengthens the student’s mathematical problem‑solving ability by extensive work with non‑routine problems that can be solved by elementary methods. General strategies for creative problem‑solving will be emphasized. Meaningful ways of dealing with such problems in the secondary school classroom will constitute a significant part of the course. Required of all master’s candidates in mathematics education.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MATE 5600Advanced Classroom Instruction in Mathematics Education (3 credits)3
An advanced study of the theoretical bases of mathematical instruction, including philosophical and psychological concerns. Instructional theories from the field of mathematics education will be examined, together with the research that supports these theories.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MATE 5660Advanced Educational Research in Mathematics Education (3 credits)3
Emphasis is on understanding research designs and methods in mathematics education. Students will apply statistical methods to interpret and present data in a professional research method. Students will use experience gained here to develop a comprehensive research-based project as their capstone experience.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
MATE 5990Professional Development and Leadership Seminar (3 credits)3
A capstone experience for mathematics teachers. Candidates will successfully complete a comprehensive research-based project in mathematics education by integrating knowledge gained throughout the program into a final conceptual framework. The project may take the form of a thesis or a comprehensive portfolio and will incorporate educational research. This project will include the candidate’s plans for future professional development. Each candidate will give an oral presentation of his or her completed comprehensive project for review by the graduate faculty in the mathematics department.
Subject
MATE
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2026-2027 Catalog
