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Program checklist · Ph.D.

Curriculum and Instruction, Ph.D., Concentration in Mathematics Education

University of Wyoming · Laramie, WY

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Program
Award
Ph.D.
Credential class
ceterms:DoctoralDegree
CIP
13.0301
Credits (computed from items)
72-83
Catalog edition
2026-2027
Checklist type
degree-program
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
240727
CourseShelf checklist
CK_240727_f8562dba
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 59

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Required Courses

30 items
  1. Program Knowledge Base Select 15 credit hours from the below list. Students should consult their advisor before choosing to take either EMAT 5150 or EMAT 5160.
    Not resolved to a course
  2. EMAT 5150
  3. EMAT 5160
    1-3
  4. EDCI 5600
    Contemporary Issues and
    As published: “Diversity in Education”
    3
  5. EDCI 5730
    3
  6. EDAD 5720
    Educational Leader as Change
    As published: “Educational Leader as Change Agent”
    3
  7. EDAD 5650
    Educational Leader as
    As published: “Educational Leader as Communicator”
    3
  8. EDRE 5660
    Dissertation/Thesis Prospectus
    As published: “Dissertation/Thesis Prospectus Writing”
    3
  9. Mathematics Education Specialization Students must take all 18 credit hours listed below.
    Not resolved to a course
  10. EMAT 5100
    Theory and Research for
    As published: “Theory and Research for Mathematical Learning”
    3
  11. EMAT 5200
    Advanced Study of Mathematics
    As published: “Advanced Study of Mathematics Curriculum, Assessment, and Evaluation”
    3
  12. EMAT 5300
    Theory and Practice for
    As published: “Theory and Practice for Mathematics Teaching and Teacher Education”
    3
  13. EMAT 5400
    Analysis and Critique of
    As published: “Analysis and Critique of Research in Mathematics Education”
    3
  14. EMAT 5600
    Quantitative Reasoning &
    As published: “Quantitative Reasoning & Modeling in Mathematics and Science Education”
    3
  15. EMAT 5700
    Principles and Methods for
    As published: “Principles and Methods for Integrated Teaching & Learning Mathematics & Science”
    3
  16. EMAT Culture, Power and Identity in Mathematics Education,
    Not resolved to a course
    3
  17. Advanced Research Courses Select 9 credit hours from the below list. Coursework in both qualitative and quantitative research is required and courses can be taken outside the College of Education. Course selection is subject doctoral committee approval.
    Not resolved to a course
  18. EDRE 5600
    Introduction to Quantitative
    As published: “Introduction to Quantitative Research”
    3
  19. EDRE 5610
    Group Comparison Research
    As published: “Educational Research: Group Comparison Research”
    3
  20. EDRE 5620
    Correlational Research
    As published: “Educational Research: Correlational Research”
    3
  21. EDRE 5630
    Educational Research IV
    As published: “Educational Research IV: Multivariate Research”
    3
  22. EDRE 5550
    3
  23. EDRE 5640
    Introduction to Qualitative LDT ()
    As published: “Introduction to Qualitative Research”
    3
  24. EDRE 5645
    Phenomenology, Case Study
    As published: “Phenomenology, Case Study, and Grounded Theory in Qualitative Research”
    3
  25. EDRE 5655
    Ethnography and Narrative
    As published: “Ethnography and Narrative Inquiry in Qualitative Research”
    3
  26. EDRE 5670
    3
  27. Practicum/Internship Two credit hours. Must be determined with doctoral committee.
    Not resolved to a course
  28. EDCI 5580
    Internship (Register for
    As published: “Internship1”
    8
  29. Dissertation in Practice Students must take a minimum of 6 credit hours.
    Not resolved to a course
  30. EMAT 5980
    1-12

Additional Information

37 items
  1. Writing sample (an article, master’s thesis, or well done project/course paper)
    Not resolved to a course
  2. An application letter, which discusses yourself, your experience, and your potential research interests
    Not resolved to a course
  3. A resume or curriculum vita
    Not resolved to a course
  4. Three letters of reference
    Not resolved to a course
  5. Transcripts from all universities attended. Unofficial transcripts can be loaded to the online application system, but if admitted to the University, official transcripts will need to be sent prior to beginning the program
    Not resolved to a course
  6. Copy of GRE scores
    Not resolved to a course
  7. International students must submit scores for a language proficiency exam, such as TOEFL or IELTS. Until further notice, due to COVID-19 related postponements/cancellations of TOEFL/IELTS exams, we will be accepting Duolingo scores or 110 or higher as proof of English proficiency.
    Not resolved to a course
  8. Master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or a related area is required
    Not resolved to a course
  9. A minimum of three years of teaching experience is required
    Not resolved to a course
  10. Complete two mathematics education courses, receiving at least a B in each.
    Not resolved to a course
  11. Complete at least one college-wide core course (e.g., EDCI 5870 Introduction to Doctoral Studies)
    Not resolved to a course
  12. Complete at least one appropriate graduate mathematics course
    Not resolved to a course
  13. Complete two research methodology courses
    Not resolved to a course
  14. Completion of electives as recommended
    Not resolved to a course
  15. Identify and establish the choice of Major Professor; in consultation develop a program of study; establish the Doctoral Committee
    Not resolved to a course
  16. At year-end, submit preliminary proposal of research interests and ideas, and an annual self-evaluation; begin development of Reading List
    Not resolved to a course
  17. Complete two mathematics education courses, receiving at least a B in each.
    Not resolved to a course
  18. Complete at least one college-wide core course
    Not resolved to a course
  19. Complete at least one appropriate graduate mathematics course
    Not resolved to a course
  20. Complete two research methodology courses
    Not resolved to a course
  21. Completion of electives as recommended
    Not resolved to a course
  22. In Fall, conduct initial Doctoral Committee meeting; discuss and approve program of study; preliminary discussion of research interests
    Not resolved to a course
  23. Maintain and extend the Reading List; by mid-Spring, share it with the Doctoral Committee for review and feedback
    Not resolved to a course
  24. At year-end, submit an updated proposal of potential dissertation research, and an annual self-evaluation
    Not resolved to a course
  25. Submit a proposal to write and present a scholarly paper to a recognized mathematics education research conference (typically in collaboration with other graduate students and/or one or more faculty members)
    Not resolved to a course
  26. Conduct Doctoral Committee meeting to finalize Reading List and to frame and plan for completion of the written comprehensive exams before the end of Fall term
    Not resolved to a course
  27. Complete all additional courses on the approved Program of Study
    Not resolved to a course
  28. Enroll in at least 6 hours of dissertation research to conceptualize and develop the dissertation research proposal (which may include a pilot or preliminary study)
    Not resolved to a course
  29. Complete oral exams, and the defense and approval of the dissertation research proposal; obtain IRB approvals as needed
    Not resolved to a course
  30. Begin dissertation research project: complete detailed plans, collect data, engage analyses, begin writing as appropriate
    Not resolved to a course
  31. Submit a scholarly manuscript to a recognized mathematics education research journal (typically in collaboration with other graduate students and/or one or more faculty members)
    Not resolved to a course
  32. Submit an annual status report and self-evaluation
    Not resolved to a course
  33. Enroll in at least 6 hours of dissertation research each semester
    Not resolved to a course
  34. Continue toward completion of the dissertation research
    Not resolved to a course
  35. Finish writing, and defend the dissertation research; present your research at a Mathematics Education colloquium
    Not resolved to a course
  36. As feasible, begin developing one or more scholarly manuscripts based upon the dissertation
    Not resolved to a course
  37. Conduct search and interviews for seeking a post-doctoral position
    Not resolved to a course
Source. University of Wyoming, catalog 2026-2027 — https://uwyo.catalog.acalog.com/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=20634. Captured page pages/0636.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.