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Minor 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
21 Hour Concentration
The required courses total 21 hours. This minor will meet the concentration requirements for the Middle School Major.
Course No.
|
Course Name
|
Hours
|
| *Math 17-171 |
Fundamentals of Mathematics |
3 |
| Math 17-118 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| Math 17-119 |
Trigonometry |
2 |
| Math 17-114 |
General Statistics I |
3 |
| Math 17-228 |
Applied Calculus OR |
|
| Math 17-120 |
Calculus I |
4 |
| Math 17-371 |
Algebra and Geometry for Elementary and Middle School Teachers |
3 |
| Math 17-473 |
Advanced Topics for Middle School Teachers |
3 |
| Total Course Hours Required |
21 |
Math 17-582 Mathematical Methods for Middle School Teachers is the required subject field methods course.*This course counts as a General Education course as well as a course in the minor area.
