Mathematics - Teaching B.A.
Mathematics - Teaching Major
The B.A. Mathematics - Teaching major requires a minimum of 120 total hours to graduate. This total includes UNIFI/General Education requirements, the Professional Experiences requirements, Educator Essentials requirements, and the following specified major requirements, to complete the minimum of 120 hours.
Both emphases in this major lead to endorsement #143: 5-12 Mathematics.
| Required | ||
| Mathematics Core: | ||
| STAT 1772 | Introduction to Statistical Methods * | 3 |
| MATH 1420 | Calculus I * | 4 |
| MATH 1421 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2500 | Linear Algebra for Applications | 3 |
| Mathematics Teaching Core: | ||
| MATH 1310 | Technology for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 2313 | Topics in Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 2900 | Discrete and Argumentative Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 3600 | Euclidean Geometry | 3 |
| MATH 3750 | Statistics and Data Science for Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| Computer Programming: | 3-4 | |
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Fundamentals of Programming | ||
| Media Computation | ||
| C/C++ Programming | ||
| Introduction to Computing | ||
| Select one of the following emphasis cores: | 12-13 | |
| Total Hours | 44-46 | |
Emphases
Secondary Mathematics
| Required: | ||
| MATH 3211 | Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 3212 | Introduction to Geometry and Measurement for K-8 Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 3213 | Topics in Mathematics for Grades K-8 | 3 |
| Electives (choose ONE of the following): | 3 | |
| Problem Solving in Mathematics for K-8 Teachers | ||
| Connections: University Mathematics and the Secondary Curriculum | ||
| Combinatorics | ||
| Elementary Number Theory | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Upper Secondary Mathematics
| Required: | ||
| MATH 2422 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 3305 | Connections: University Mathematics and the Secondary Curriculum | 3 |
| MATH 4500/5500 | Modern Algebra I | 3 |
| Electives (choose ONE of the following): | 3 | |
| Combinatorics | ||
| Modern Geometries | ||
| Advanced Calculus I | ||
| Modern Algebra II | ||
| Elementary Number Theory | ||
| Geometric Transformations | ||
| Total Hours | 13 | |
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STAT 1772 has prerequisite of satisfactory score on ALEKS exam.
MATH 1420 has prerequisite of satisfactory score on mathematics placement exam or subsequent remediation.
Notes: For departmental approval to student teach, a student in the program must satisfy the University requirements to student teach and the following specific departmental requirements:
1) Must earn a C– or better in: MATH 1420, MATH 1421, MATH 2500, MATH 2900, MATH 3600, STAT 1772 and course taken to satisfy the Computer Science requirements.
2) Must complete all of the courses in the major with a major grade point average of 2.50 or higher.
Professional Experiences
| Required: | ||
| EDUC 2343 | Teaching Methods l: Secondary Mathematics * | 3 |
| EDUC 2443 | Teaching Internship l: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 3543/5543 | Teaching Methods ll: Secondary Mathematics *, ** | 3 |
| EDUC 3643/5643 | Teaching Internship ll: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 4138 | Secondary School Teaching | 12 |
| Total Hours | 24 | |
- *
A grade of C (2.00) or higher is required for all Methods courses.
- **
Mathematics Teaching majors can count EDUC 3543/5543 Teaching Methods ll: Secondary Mathematics for category 5 of Educator Essentials.
Educator Essentials
| Required: * | ||
| Select one of the following in each category: | ||
| Category 1: The Learner | 3 | |
| Reflections on Learning | ||
| Development and Learning in Sociocultural Contexts | ||
| Creativity and Higher Order Thinking in the Classroom | ||
| Rethinking the Learning Society: Education and Its Future(s) | ||
| Category 2: Social Contexts of Learning | 3 | |
| Social & Cultural Foundations of Education | ||
| A Modern History of Education in the United States | ||
| Education Policy and Politics of Education | ||
| Language Today | ||
| Category 3: Education for All | 3 | |
| Adapted Physical Education | ||
| Education, Power, and Change | ||
| Social Movements and Education | ||
| Interdisciplinary and Intersectional Study of Education for All | ||
| Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in Classrooms | ||
| Content Area Strategies for English Language Learners | ||
| Category 4: The Classroom Environment | 3 | |
| Deeper Motivation and the Highly Engaged Classroom | ||
| Level Up: Gamified Learning Environments | ||
| Early Childhood Curriculum Development and Organization | ||
| Playful Learning and Project-Based Experiences: Techniques for Ed and Recreational Environments | ||
| Critical Perspectives on Technology and Education | ||
| Category 5: Effective Pedagogy | 3 | |
| Expressive Learning Assessment | ||
| Technology, Pedagogy, and Learning in the Digital Age | ||
| Assessment for Learning | ||
| Effective Teaching through Differentiation, Technology and Assessment | ||
| Category 6: The Professional Educator | 3 | |
| Child, Family, School and Community Relationships | ||
| Teacher Leadership & Educational Change | ||
| Collaborative Partnerships for Educators | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
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A grade of C (2.00) or higher is required in each Educator Essentials course.
Four-Year Plan
Mathematics Teaching: Secondary Mathematics, B.A.
This is a sample plan of study with a suggested sequencing of classes for the major. University electives may be applied to earn additional academic majors, minors, or certificates. Students should regularly meet with their academic advisor to plan their specific semester schedule to include UNIFI/General Education program and/or university elective hours required.
| Freshman | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hour | |
| TEACHING 2020 | Introduction to Teaching: Exploring Options (or Approved 10 hour experience) | 1 |
| CS ED 1320 | Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| MATH 1310 | Technology for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 1420 | Calculus I | 4 |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 1421 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2313 | Topics in Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Courses | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 4 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Sophomore | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 3212 | Introduction to Geometry and Measurement for K-8 Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 2900 | Discrete and Argumentative Mathematics | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 2500 | Linear Algebra for Applications | 3 |
| STAT 1772 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| EDUC 2343 | Teaching Methods l: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 2443 | Teaching Internship l: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Junior | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 3750 | Statistics and Data Science for Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 3211 | Algebra | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 3213 | Topics in Mathematics for Grades K-8 | 3 |
| MATH 3600 | Euclidean Geometry | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 6 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Senior | ||
| Fall | ||
| EDUC 3543/5543 | Teaching Methods ll: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 3643/5643 | Teaching Internship ll: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| Math Elective | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 8 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDUC 4138 | Secondary School Teaching | 12 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Mathematics Teaching: Upper Secondary Mathematics, B.A.
This is a sample plan of study with a suggested sequencing of classes for the major. University electives may be applied to earn additional academic majors, minors, or certificates. Students should regularly meet with their academic advisor to plan their specific semester schedule to include UNIFI/General Education program and/or university elective hours required.
| Freshman | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hour | |
| TEACHING 2020 | Introduction to Teaching: Exploring Options (or Approved 10 hour experience) | 1 |
| CS ED 1320 | Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| MATH 1310 | Technology for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 1420 | Calculus I | 4 |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 1421 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2500 | Linear Algebra for Applications | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 4 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Sophomore | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 2900 | Discrete and Argumentative Mathematics | 3 |
| STAT 1772 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 2422 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 2313 | Topics in Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 2343 | Teaching Methods l: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 2443 | Teaching Internship l: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Junior | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 3750 | Statistics and Data Science for Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 4500/5500 | Modern Algebra I | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Course | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 6 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 3305 | Connections: University Mathematics and the Secondary Curriculum | 3 |
| MATH 3600 | Euclidean Geometry | 3 |
| Educator Essentials Courses | 6 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Senior | ||
| Fall | ||
| EDUC 3543/5543 | Teaching Methods ll: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| EDUC 3643/5643 | Teaching Internship ll: Secondary Mathematics | 3 |
| Math Elective | 3 | |
| UNIFI/General Education or University Electives | 7 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| EDUC 4138 | Secondary School Teaching | 12 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Learning Outcomes
Mathematics - Teaching, B.A.
- Goal 1: Social Contexts of Mathematics Teaching and Learning - Well-prepared beginning teachers of mathematics realize that the social, historical, and institutional contexts of mathematics affect teaching and learning and know about and are committed to their critical roles as advocates for each and every student.
- Goal 2: Knowledge of Students as Learners of Mathematics - Well-prepared beginning teachers of mathematics have foundational understandings of students' mathematical knowledge, skills, and dispositions. They also know how these understandings can contribute to effective teaching and are committed to expanding and deepening their knowledge of students as learners of mathematics.
- Goal 3: Pedagogical Knowledge and Practices for Teaching Mathematics - Well-prepared beginning teachers of mathematics have foundations of pedagogical knowledge, effective and equitable mathematics teaching practices to support students' sense making, understanding, and reasoning. Additionally, well-prepared beginning teachers can develop effective assessment plans.
- Goal 4: Knowledge of Mathematics Well-prepared beginning teachers of mathematics possess robust knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts that underlie what they encounter in teaching. They engage in appropriate mathematical and statistical practices and support their students in doing the same.
Policies
Notes:
- A student majoring or minoring in mathematics, who has a grade point average of less than 2.25 in all departmental courses used for that major or minor may not apply a departmental course in which a grade of less than C- is earned to her/his major or minor.
- A student with a major within the Department of Mathematics may declare a second major and/or a certificate within the Department. Interested students should work closely with an advisor.
- The declaration of both a major and a minor with the Department of Mathematics is limited to the following. Interested students should work closely with an advisor.
- A student with any Mathematics major may declare the interdisciplinary Data Science Minor.
- A student with the Mathematics Major or the Mathematics-Teaching Major may declare the Statistics emphasis of the Statistics and Actuarial Science Minor.