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Secondary Education Mathematics Major

Completion of the mathematics courses, a teaching minor and the professional education sequence of courses lead to certification as a secondary teacher of mathematics.

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Total Credits Required for Degree 134-137
Liberal Studies 30-40
Health Promotion Requirements 2
Required Courses in Major 34-35
MA 161 Calculus I [III] 5
MA 163 Calculus II 4
MA 171 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4 cr.) [V] or 3-4
     MA 371 Applied Probability and Statistics (3 cr.)
MA 211 Introduction to Matrix Theory and Linear Algebra 3
MA 265 Calculus III 3
MA 310 Mathematical Models and Problem Solving 4
MA 312 Abstract Algebra with Applications 3
MA 331 Geometry I 3
MA 461 Mathematical Foundations from an Advanced Perspective 3
MA 484 History of Mathematical Thought 3
Other Required Course 4
CS 120 Computer Science I [V] or4
     CS 120A Accelerated Computer Science I (4 cr.) [V]
Teaching Minor, Minimum 24
Professional Education 34
ED 201 Introduction to Education 2
ED 231 Teaching for Learning in the Secondary Classroom 4
ED 301 Dimensions of American Education 2
ED 319 Teaching of Reading for Secondary Teachers 3
ED 349 Teaching for Diversity, Equity and Social Justice in the Secondary School Community 2
ED 361 Special Education and the General Classroom Teacher 2
ED 430 Teaching in the Secondary School 11
ED 450 Seminar in Teaching 1
ED 483 Educational Media Technology 2
MA 350 Methods and Materials in Teaching Senior High School Mathematics 3
MA 354 Methods and Materials in Teaching Middle School Mathematics 2

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