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Students will develop expertise in mathematics or science education by studying and engaging in research on how students think and learn in these content areas. This high-quality program prepares candidates to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations and research.

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The STEM Education area of emphasis prepares educators to pursue higher education careers or leadership positions in mathematics or science education. Specializations include:

  • Elementary mathematics education (K-8)
  • Secondary mathematics education (7-12)
  • Elementary science education (K-8)
  • Secondary science education (7-12)

Candidates will develop expertise in mathematics or science education by studying and engaging in research on how students think and learn in these content areas. This high-quality program prepares candidates to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations and research. It allows candidates to work collaboratively with faculty to develop an individualized program of study based on their area(s) of interest. This program is flexible for both the working professional and full-time students. Graduate assistantships and financial aid may be available.

The STEM Education area of emphasis is guided by the general framework found in the Doctoral Program in Education Application Manual. The manual provides general information about doctoral concentrations offered in the College of Education. This page will provide you with specific information that is unique to the STEM Education strand.

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Admission Deadlines

Applications and all associated documents must be received by the following dates to be considered. Fall Semester: July 1 | Spring Semester: Oct. 1.

Program Information

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Program Faculty

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Teruni Lamberg
Teruni Lamberg, Ph.D.
Professor of Elementary Mathematics
(775) 682-7533
3121
4600
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Elizabeth Xeng De Los Santos
Elizabeth Xeng De Los Santos, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Secondary Education
(775) 682-7520
3113
4600
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Leping Liu
Leping Liu, Ph.D.
Professor of Quantitative Methods & Learning Sciences
(775) 682-5511
4056
4600
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Robert J. Quinn
Robert J. Quinn, Ed.D.
Professor of Mathematics Education
(775) 682-7526
3112
4600
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Lynda Wiest
Lynda Wiest, Ph.D.
Department Chair of Educational Studies and Professor of Mathematics Education and Educational Equity
(775) 682-7868
3079
4600