Master's Degree in Didactics of Mathematics

Field(s) of education and training (ISCED-F)

• Teacher training with subject specialization (0114)

Main focus

; Students of this course will acquire the tools they require to do a PhD thesis in this subject and related fields. The course is aimed at research on different spheres, contexts, innovations, changes and problems relating to the teaching and learning of mathematics and the initial training of the mathematics teacher. The wide range of subjects studied will be accompanied by the systematic analysis of specific investigations and case studies. Through this work students will acquire knowledge that can be applied in the search for solutions to a wide variety of problems relating to the learning and teaching of mathematics. Examples of these problems include: innovation and curricular change processes, design, development and assessment of didactic units and materials for the teaching of mathematics at school. Diagnosis and treatment of learning problems, drawing up and selection of mathematical models to connect different curriculum areas, development of professional skills by the teacher in training, planning of studies, creation of indicators, drafting and interpretation of assessment reports on the quality of the teaching and learning of mathematics and the training of maths teachers, among others. It is hoped that students will also develop the skills required to pass on information and reach conclusions in a clear, precise way in the relevant forums.

Competences

Students that have completed the second cycle have the following competencies: – Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding that is founded upon a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research context. – Can apply their acquired knowledge and understanding, and problem solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study. – Have the ability to integrate knowledge and handle complexity, and formulate judgments with incomplete or limited information, but that include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments. – Can communicate their conclusions, and the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously. – Have the learning skills to allow them to continue to study in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous.

Name of title awarded in original language

Máster Universitario en Didáctica de la Matemática

Qualification requirements

60 minimum credits

Specialisation name

– No Specialisation

Admission information

Specific admission requirements

Access to this Master’s degree programme is granted to holders of a Spanish official university degree of Licenciado or Graduado (Bachelor’s Degree) in Mathematics or Mathematics Teacher, and to holders of equivalent degrees from other education systems. Also to Licenciados or Graduados (Bachelor’s Degree) in Physics, Computer Engineering, and other fields related to Mathematics and research in Math didactics.