Program overview
This major is essentially about "how to teach math well." It doesn't focus on deeper math theory but on how to explain middle school math concepts (like functions, geometry, probability) clearly, engagingly, and in a way students truly understand. Core courses include Mathematics Curriculum and Teaching Theory (analyzing textbook design and lesson planning), Mathematics Education Psychology (understanding why students find math difficult), Mathematics Teaching Design (writing lesson plans, creating courseware, and simulated teaching), and Educational Measurement and Evaluation (how to design fair tests and grading). Chinese universities have a distinct advantage in this field: they place a strong emphasis on problem-solving teaching and mathematical thinking training. Many professors themselves come from math competition backgrounds and can teach you how to guide students to draw inferences. If you love math and enjoy the satisfaction of helping others "get it," this major is a great fit.