Mathematics, B.A. for Teacher Licensure

The Major in Mathematics for Teacher Licensure provides preparation for students planning careers as mathematics teachers at the secondary level and consists of 38 hours in mathematics and related fields and 42 credit hours in educator preparation courses.

Associate Professor Daniel Ross is Coordinator of Mathematics for Teacher Licensure.

Students successfully completing this program of study will, in addition to the outcomes listed above for the major in Mathematics, achieve the following learning outcomes:

  1. Understand and be prepared to use a variety of appropriate mathematical instruction and assessment methods.
  2. Understand the mathematical content and processes of secondary mathematics.
  3. Make appropriate connections between postsecondary and secondary mathematics.

Required courses include:

Major and Major-Related Courses

MTH 125Calculus I (MR)

4

MTH 225Calculus II

4

MTH 232Linear Algebra

3

MTH 235Calculus III

4

MTH 301Principles of Geometry

3

MTH 305Mathematical Modeling

3

MTH 321Probability & Statistics I

3

PHY 201General Physics I

4

STA 120Introductory Statistics

4

One of the following courses:

MTH 302Modern Algebra

3

MTH 315Advanced Calculus

3

One of the following:

One additional MTH course numbered 303 or higher

3

Or

CSC 381Theory of Computation

3

One additional MTH course numbered MTH 303 or higher: May include a second course from the choices above but may not include Mathematics 309 or Mathematics 337

Educator Preparation Courses

PSY 101Introductory Psychology

3

PSY 218Adolescent Development

3

EDU 202Educational Technology

3

EDU 299Contemporary and Professional Issues in Education

1

EDU 300Field Experience

1

EDU 301Models of Classroom Management & Instruction

3

EDU 312Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners

3

EDU 321Disciplinary Literacy Methods

3

EDU 333Applied Pedagogy

3

EDU 351Senior Study I

3

EDU 352Senior Study II: Professional Seminar

3

EDU 403Clinical Practice for PK12/Secondary (10)

10

EDU 411Educational Assessment & Evaluation

3