Bachelor of Arts in Mathematic Secondary Education

Students wanting to obtain a EQ: (7-12) Secondary Mathematics Teaching Certification will need to take and pass the following MTTC Tests:

  • #131: (7-12) Mathematics
  • #136: (7-12) Professional Knowledge and Skills

Program Outcomes

Effective Thinking and Communication. Students will acquire a diverse set of skills and strategies in mathematical reasoning, problem solving, and communication. Through acquisition of these skills, students will develop mathematical independence, making proper use of mathematical notation and terminology, working creatively and self-sufficiently with mathematics, and persisting through difficult or otherwise non-routine mathematical problems.

Using Tools and Technology. Students will make proper and effective use of standard mathematical tools, techniques, and technologies.

Applying Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling. Students will investigate the relevance and applications of mathematics to other fields of study, allowing them to make connections across disciplines, link theory to applications, and gain experience with the mathematical modeling process.

Mathematical Breadth. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the core concepts, principles, and techniques of the standard undergraduate mathematics content, including: the traditional sequence in calculus and analytic geometry; linear algebra and matrices; as well as probability and statistics.

Mathematical Rigor and Proofs. Students will demonstrate the ability to read, understand, analyze, and create mathematical proofs.

Exploring Mathematics Beyond the Curriculum. Students will work, independently or in a small group, on a mathematical project that involves techniques or concepts beyond the content of a single course.

Presenting Mathematics. Students will demonstrate the ability to present mathematical topics verbally and in writing in a clear and professional manner to both experts and non-experts.

Essential Liberal Arts Courses (31 hours)

Required

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
CCC100Introduction to College Writing

3

CCC102Public Speaking

3

 

MATH100Mathematics for the Liberal Arts

4

Or

MATH101Intermediate Algebra

4

 

XXXX
Scientific Inquiry

4

T ED400Associate Teaching

10-12

T ED400: Certification Path.

Great Conversation Series

Required

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
GCON110Great Conversation: The Meaning of Life

3

GCON120Great Conversation: Western Civilization

3

GCON130GCON130 - Great Conversation: Global Civilization

3

GCON140GCON140 - Great Conversation: Art

3

GCON150GCON150 - Great Conversation: What It Means to Be A U.S. Citizen

3

Level One Core (21 hours)

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
T ED101Explorations in Education

1

T ED109Introduction to Educational Technology

2

T ED240Foundations of Education

3

T ED242Multicultural Education in the 21st Century

3

T ED204Educational Psychology

3

T ED204LClinical Experience

1

T ED205Educ Exceptional Students

3

T ED205LClinical Experience

1

T ED217Adolescent Development

3

T ED217LClinical Experience

1

Level Two Core (16 hours)

(Must be admitted to Level 2 prior to enrolling)

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
T ED330Teaching Learning Process - Secondary and K-12

3

T ED330LClinical Experience

1

T ED345Secondary Methods and Materials

3

T ED345LClinical Experience

1

*All Secondary Majors will complete

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
T ED346Literacy in Content Areas

3

T ED409Online Learning and Technology Applications

2

T ED410Social and Emotional Health and Learning

3

Level Three Core (15 hours)

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
T ED400Associate Teaching

10-12

T ED407Classroom Assessment and Evaluation

2

T ED444Associate Teaching Seminar

2

Secondary Education Major (33 hours)

Mathematics Major Core (33 hours)

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
MATH135Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

4

MATH205Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

4

MATH215Calculus and Analytic Geometry III

4

MATH204Elementary Statistics

3

MATH216Discrete Mathematics

3

MATH303Linear Algebra & Matrices

3

MATH304Theory of Probability

3

MATH313Abstract Algebra

3

MATH323Geometry

3

MATH405Real Analysis

3

Secondary Education Minor (23 hours)

Mathematics Minor Core (23 hours)

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
MATH135Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

4

MATH205Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

4

MATH216Discrete Mathematics

3

MATH303Linear Algebra & Matrices

3

MATH304Theory of Probability

3

MATH313Abstract Algebra

3

MATH323Geometry

3