Daytona State College
Secondary Mathematics Education, B.S.

Daytona Beach, USA

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

4 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Secondary Mathematics Education focuses on equipping students with the skills to teach mathematics in middle and high schools. You'll cover key areas such as curriculum development, instructional techniques, and assessment strategies during your studies. The program is designed to meet certification requirements for teaching in the K-12 education system.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers as mathematics teachers in secondary education, educational consultants, or curriculum developers. Opportunities also exist in educational administration and policy-making, ensuring a broad range of potential career paths in the field of education.

Mission

The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Mathematics Education will provide instructional programs that will produce highly qualified, State certified teachers ready for entry in a 6-12 environment. The fundamentals of the program embrace diversity, promote ethics in education, focus on student excellence, and enhance teaching and learning through innovative instructional practices.

Description

This State of Florida-approved program fulfills the education courses, professional education competencies, and practical experience required to obtain a five-year Professional Educator's Certificate in Mathematics Education.

Program Specific Courses

SLS3355L Orientation to Education Programs Lab
TSL3080 ESOL Issues and Strategies I
EDG4323 Professional Teaching Practices
EDF4430 Classroom Assessment
STA2023 Elementary Statistics
MAS3105 Linear Algebra
MTG4212 Modern Geometry
MAS4203 Number Theory
EME3434 Integrating Technology into Math and Science
STA4024 Statistics II
RED3012 Principles of Reading, Grades 6-12
EDF4603 Critical Issues in Classroom Management, Ethics, Law and Safety
MHF4404 History of Mathematics
SMT4301 Classroom Interaction in Math and Science Teaching
MAS3301 Abstract Algebra
EEX4242 Teaching Exceptional Students in Secondary Schools
EEX4601 Behavior Management
EDF4943 Student Internship (9 credits)
ESE4945 Internship Seminar

Sample Program of Study

The courses listed in the first two years of the Sample Program of Study are recommendations. The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education is a 2+2 program and full admittance into the program will be granted upon completion of all prerequisite courses and additional admission requirements.

Year 1

1st Semester

ENC1101 Introduction to Composition
SLS1122 Managing Your Success
MAC1140 Pre-Calculus Algebra
EDF1005 Introduction to the Teaching Profession
BSC1010C General Biology I (For Science Majors) and Lab

2nd Semester

ENC1102 Writing with Research
MAC1114 College Trigonometry
SYG2000 Introduction to Sociology
LIT2110 Masterpieces of World Literature I
EEX2010 Introduction to Special Education

Year 2

1st Semester

SPC2608 Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills
MAC2311C Calculus I and Lab
Choose One of the Following:
ECO2023 Principles of Microeconomics
ECO2013 Principles of Macroeconomics
- ECO2023 Principles of Microeconomics
- ECO2013 Principles of Macroeconomics
Choose One of the Following:
ARH1000 Art Appreciation
MUL1010 Music Appreciation
- ARH1000 Art Appreciation
- MUL1010 Music Appreciation

2nd Semester

EDP2002 Educational Psychology
MAC2312C Calculus II and Lab
CHM1025C Introduction to Chemistry and Lab
Choose One of the Following:
HUN1201 Human Nutrition
PET2084 Personal Health and Wellness
- HUN1201 Human Nutrition
- PET2084 Personal Health and Wellness

Apply for Admission to the BS Program

After completion of the first two years and receipt of an AA degree, students must apply for admission into the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education program and complete additional admission requirements. Additionally, students must earn a "C" or higher in all BS program courses and must maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher throughout the program.

Year 3

Select courses may not be offered in every semester. It is strongly recommended that students work with an advisor within the School of Education to ensure appropriate scheduling of classes to stay on track toward graduation.

1st Semester