2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Jun 01, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

Mathematics, Mathematics Education Option, BS


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Mathematics, Mathematics Education Option, BS PACT 8 Degree Plan  

SAU EPP programs are licensure pathways for future teachers that are grounded in the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for teachers in 21st-century schools as their roles change to fit the needs of students and society. To complete the pathway, the candidate must earn at least a grade point average of 3.00 on all University credits (120 hours), complete the required curriculum (major courses with a C or higher), be admitted to the Educator Preparation Program unconditionally, complete the Content Knowledge Praxis II in the area of licensure and the required pedagogy assessment. Candidates must be admitted to the Educator Preparation Provider (see the College of Education and Human Performance  section of the catalog for more information) and meet all CEHP requirements.

University Requirement (2 Hours)


General Education (28 Hours)


Click here to see the General Education Curriculum 

(Mathematics and physical science courses are included in the major.)

Admission to the Educator Preparation Program (EPP)


A pre-candidate who plans to follow teacher preparation programs must, in consultation with their advisor, be admitted to the Educator Prepration Program. Pre-candidates should work closely with their advisor to determine when all criteria have been met. Please click here to find the CEHP Undergraduate EPP admissions requirements.

Science of Reading Requirements


Candidates are required to show awareness of Science of Reading standards at program exit. This can be shown in two ways: EDUC 4203 - Strategies for Content Area Reading  or EDUC 4113 - Reading Diagnostics . These courses are aligned to the awareness level of the Science of Reading standards. Click here for a copy of the form pre-candidates sign at admission. These courses have been previously approved by DESE. Candidates are required to take one of the courses to meet Science of Reading awareness as part of their program of study.

Licensure Requirements


Candidates will not be eligible for a standard license until exiting from the program and meeting all exit requirements. Candidates will work with the Admissions, Field Experience, and Licensure Office to complete the necessary licensure paperwork.

Exit Requirements


Candidates will need to successfully complete the program with a 3.0 GPA and proof of pedagogical, content, and FOR training completed. For standard licensure at degree completion, candidates will need to have taken and passed the Praxis Mathematics Content Assessment (5161) and program approved pedagogical assessment.

Total Hours - 120


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