Most candidates for admission will have completed a masters degree in mathematics or mathematics education and have classroom teaching experience Candidates must have a mathematics background at least equivalent to that provided by the secondary mathematics teaching major at Western Michigan University Those admitted to the program without prior teaching experience or without course work in teaching and learning will be required to obtain such experiences or courses during their program of study Admission will be determined by review of the following a academic background and transcripts b professional experience c three letters of recommendation d resume e written statement of at least 500 words indicating professional goals and purpose for seeking a doctoral degree f an interview with the Mathematics Education Faculty when requested and g satisfactory completion of the general admission requirements of the Graduate College.


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