Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education in Mathematics
Program Requirements
High school teachers have academic training that includes a content major in the endorsement area they teach and a series of education coursework that supplies the skills and knowledge to become a successful educator. The basis for this approach to preparation of high school teachers is outlined in the Division of Education’s vision, mission, program standards, and conceptual framework.
| Required Math Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| CRN | Course Name | Credits |
| Mat 165 | Pre-calculus | 3 credits |
| Mat 180 | Finite Mathematics I: Logic | 3 credits |
| Mat 255 | Calculus I | 4 credits |
| Mat 256 | Calculus II | 4 credits |
| Mat 280 | Finite Mathematics II: Linear Models | 3 credits |
| Mat 290 | Geometry | 3 credits |
| Mat 350 | History of Mathematics | 3 credits |
| Mat 351 | Statistics I | 3 credits |
| Mat 352 | Statistics II | 3 credits |
| Mat 357 | Abstract Algebra | 3 credits |
| Mat 370 | Calculus III | 4 credits |
*The following are required for student teaching:
- Completion of Required Math Courses.
- Completion of Professional Education Courses.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- A minimum grade of "C" in all of the professional education courses and in at least 24 credit hours in their content area.
- Successful completion of the Praxis I exam (required to begin Professional Education Courses.
- Successful completion of the Praxis II exam.
- Work with mentor teachers during student teaching to finalize your portfolio.