Mathematics, Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Mathematics Teaching (B.S.)
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate will:
- be able to apply mathematical techniques to social, economic, and scientific problems;
- understand the importance and power of mathematics in our rapidly changing technological age;
- be prepared to pursue a graduate program in this or a related area; and
- be well qualified for employment in any position requiring undergraduate training in mathematics.
In addition, students in the Teaching concentration will be prepared for certification to teach mathematics at the secondary level. Refer to the College of Education section of this Catalog regarding several teacher certification requirements associated with this degree program.
Program Requirements
CIP Code: 27.0101
Summary Checklist for General Education
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Element 1 | ||
| A: Written Communication | 3 | |
| B: Written Communication | 3 | |
| C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| Element 2 | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | |
| Element 3 | ||
| A: Arts | 3 | |
| B: Humanities | 3 | |
| Element 4 | ||
| Natural Sciences | 6 | |
| Element 5 | ||
| A: Historical Science | 3 | |
| B: Social Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Element 6 | ||
| Diversity of Perspectives Experiences | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Students are expected to complete Elements 1 and 2 within their first 60 hours of college credit.
Major
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Graduation Requirements | ||
| General Education | 36 | |
| Student Success Seminar | ||
| SCO 100M | Student Success Seminar in Mathematics and Statistics (waived for transfers with 30+ hrs.) | 1 |
| Upper division courses (42 hrs. distributed throughout Major/Supporting/Gen Ed/Free Electives categories) | ||
| Major Requirements i, ii, iii | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| MAT 234 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MAT 239 | Linear Algebra and Matrices | 3 |
| MAT 244 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MAT 254 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MAT 301 | Logic and Set Theory | 3 |
| MAT 308 | Modern Algebra I | 3 |
| MAT 315 | Introduction to Analysis | 3 |
| Concentrations | ||
| Students must select one of the following Concentrations: | ||
General Mathematics | ||
| Mathematics Teaching | 55 | |
| Supporting Course Requirements | ||
| Choose from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Intro to Game Programming | ||
| Introduction to Programming for Science & Engineering | ||
| Computing Concepts and Programming | ||
| Object- Oriented Programming I | ||
| Applied Statistics G, 3 | ||
| Free Electives | ||
| Choose from 1 hour of free electives | 1 | |
| Students planning to attend a graduate school in mathematics are strongly encouraged to select an in-depth study of a single foreign language as a part of their program. | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
- 1
Three hours count toward Element 2G
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hours in General Education.
- i.
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No course may be used to satisfy more than one lettered category below.
- ii.
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At least five upper-division courses which satisfy the major requirements (including core and concentration) must be completed at EKU.
- iii.
Only courses completed with a grade of at least “C” will count toward the major requirements (including core and concentration).
Concentration
The student must meet the 2.75 GPA requirement listed in the College of Education section under The Office of Teacher Education Services.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| MAE 303 | Math Models and Applications | 3 |
| MAE 305 | Problem Solving and Technology | 3 |
| MAT 203 | Geometry for 7-12 Teachers | 3 |
| Choose six hours from the following: | 6 | |
| CSC 320 | Algorithms II | 3 |
| any MAT course numbered 300 or above 1 | ||
| any STA course numbered 300 or above 2 | ||
| Professional Education Requirement | ||
| EDC 300 | Differentiation in Inclusive Classrooms | 3 |
| EDF 203 | Educational Foundations | 3 |
| EDF 204 | Emerging Instructional Technologies | 2 |
| EDF 219 | Human Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDF 413 | Assessment in Education | 3 |
| EMS 300W | Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EMS 474 | Disciplinary Literacy | 3 |
| EMS 490 | Classroom & Behavior Management | 3 |
| ESE 550 | Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School | 3 |
| or MAE 550 | Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School | |
| Special Education Introduction (Element 6) G | ||
| Clinical Experiences: | ||
| CED 100 | Clinical I: Introduction to the Education Profession | 0 |
| CED 200 | Clinical II: Understanding the Learner | 0 |
| CED 300 | Clinical III: Curriculum and Instructional Design | 0.5 |
| CED 400 | Clinical IV: Diagnosis and Prescription | 0.5 |
| CED 450 | Clinical V: Practicing Teaching | 1 |
| CED 499 | Clinical VI: The Professional Semester | 9 |
| Appropriate PRAXIS exams must be completed for each area of certification being recommended. | ||
| Exit Requirements | ||
| PRAXIS Examination | ||
| Students in the Mathematics Teaching concentration must register for and take the PRAXIS exam which correlates to their degree program, per College of Education requirements. The PRAXIS exam must be taken prior to student teaching. | ||
| Total Hours | 55 | |
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Except for MAT 301 Logic and Set Theory, MAT 303 Mathematical Models and Applications, MAT 308 Modern Algebra I, MAT 315 Introduction to Analysis, and, MAT 349 Applied Learning in Mathematics
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Except for STA 349 Applied Learning in Statistics
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hours in General Education.