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Mathematics is a universal language used across the globe to model the world around us and to explore relationships and patterns in abstract structures. Mathematics is essential in science, technology, finance, economics, public policy, and everyday living. Preparing the next generation of mathematicall literate children is the task of elementary and secondary teachers, and it is our mission to prepare exemplary teachers.
Mathematics Requirements for the B.S. in Elementary Education
All elementary education students take MTE 210 (Numerical Structures), STA 225 (Introduction to Statistical Concepts and Reasoning). These courses are typically taken in the sophomore year. All elementary education students also take EED 302 (Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary and Middle School) in their senior year.
In addition, elementary education students may elect to major or minor in Mathematics. In order to earn a Mathematics teaching minor, students must take a total of 20 credits in mathematics courses, including MTE 210, MTE 211 (Structures of Geometry), MTE 410 (Elementary School Mathematics and the Computer), MTH 141 (Precalculus), and STA 225. Students who test out of MTH 141 must elect one additional course from MTH 118 (Mathematical Sciences in the Modern World), MTH 122 (Calculus for the Social Sciences) or MTH 154 (Calculus I).
In order to earn a Mathematics teaching major, students must earn a total of 30 credits, including all of the requirements for the minor, plus at least 10 credits from MTH 118, MTH 122, MTH 154, CSE 130 (Introduction to Computer Programming) or MTE 405 (Special Topics).
Mathematics Requirements for Secondary Teacher certification with a major in mathematics
The Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) at Oakland University is an extended program of study leading to secondary teaching certification. Generally, eligibility into the STEP requires a GPA of 3.00 in both the major and minor, and an overall GPA of 2.80. No single major or minor course grade may be below 2.0.
Students in this program must complete the requirements for a B.A. or B.S. degree in mathematics, which may be found at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics website [http://www.oakland.edu/math/]. Students intending to apply for admission into STEP must include APM 263 (Discrete Mathematics), MTH 462 (Geometric Structures) and MTH 414 (History of Mathematics) among the mathematics electives. A program in STEP must also include a 20-28 hour secondary teaching minor and a sequence of undergraduate course work in education to include SED 300, FE 345, RDG 538 and SED 427. Extended study including SED 428, SED 455 and SE 501 is also required. For more information on the STEP program in mathematics please visit the FAQ.
Mathematics Requirements for Secondary Teacher certification with a minor in mathematics
To qualify for this minor, students must take 28 credits, consisting of MTH 154-155, APM 263, STA 226, MTH 302, MTH 361, and SED 426, with a grade of at least 2.0 in each, and an average of at least 3.00.
Mathematics Focus in Graduate Programs
The Department of Teacher Development and Educational Studies offers five Masters degree programs: the M.Ed. in Educational Studies, the M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership, the M.A.T. in Elementary Education, the M.A.T. in Secondary Education, and the M.A.T. Noyce (Secondary Math & Physical Science).
Students enrolled in the M.Ed. in Educational Studies may choose a focus area in Mathematics. Detailed program requirements may be found at the M.Ed. page.
The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program seeks to encourage talented science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) majors and professionals to become K-12 mathematics and science teachers. Oakland University's grant funded program was awarded for its innovation as part of a new component of the Noyce program, supporting STEM professionals who commit as NSF Teaching Fellows in this master's degree program leading to secondary teacher certification by providing academic courses, professional development, and scholarship. Further information may be found on the M.A.T. Noyce program homepage.
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