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Comprehensive Major in Mathematics Education
Designed to:
- prepare students to teach secondary mathematics
- provide the strong content knowledge needed to teach mathematics
- lead to Missouri teaching certification (can be augmented to meet the requirements in most other states)
- combine instruction in mathematical content with courses that explore strategies for teaching mathematics
- prepare students to enter a graduate program in mathematics education
Required Courses for Mathematics Education
B.S.Ed. Degree; no minor required
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Hours |
|
Core Requirements |
29 |
| Math 17-351 |
College Geometry |
3 |
| Math 17-415 |
Introduction to Abstract Algebra |
3 |
| Math 17-421 |
Intermediate Analysis |
3 |
| Math 17-490 |
Seminar in Reading in Mathematics Literature |
1 |
|
Approved Department Electives |
9 |
|
Total Course Hours Required |
45 |
Math 17-580 Methods in Secondary School Mathematics is the required subject field methods course.
This major exceeds the minimum Missouri certification standards.
