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Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics

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Applicable For:

Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$3,000

Application Deadline:

01/05/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics is a scholarship program that is awarded by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). The scholarship is designed to support K-12 mathematics teachers who are interested in developing their knowledge and teaching skills in the areas of history, number theory, or discrete mathematics.

The Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics is awarded annually to multiple recipients, and the funds can be used to cover the cost of tuition, travel, lodging, and other expenses associated with attending the professional development opportunity. The scholarship is sponsored by the MAA, a professional association for mathematicians and mathematics teachers.

This scholarship’s objectives are to offer funding assistance for:

  • Completing credited course work or creating and carrying out a personal study plan in a subject related to discrete mathematics, number theory, or some element of the history of mathematics
  • Developing and testing in-class activities that are suitable and
  • Preparing and giving a presentation to colleagues for professional growth.

Eligibility Criteria For Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics

The eligibility criteria for the Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics are as written below:

  • The applicant must be a current K-12 mathematics teacher who is a member of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA).
  • The applicant must be planning to enrol in a professional development course, workshop, or conference that emphasizes history, number theory, or discrete mathematics.
  • The applicant must submit an online application form, which includes a statement of interest, a detailed description of the professional development course or conference, and a budget outlining the expenses associated with attending the course or conference. It is important to note that the scholarship is only open to current K-12 mathematics teachers who are members of the MAA. 

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