Mathematics Education B.S.

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Bachelor of Science Degree
Leading to Certification for Grades 6-12
College of Science & Mathematics,
Department of Biological and Physical Sciences
(770) 423-6158
http://science.kennesaw.edu/math

This single field program is designed to prepare mathematics teachers of adolescents, largely at the secondary school level (grades 6 through 12). It leads to 6-12 teacher certification in the teaching field of mathematics in Georgia. Candidates complete the equivalent of a major in mathematics and a second major in pedagogical studies with an emphasis on teaching mathematics.

The B.S. in Secondary Mathematics Education is fully accredited by NCATE, National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, is fully approved by Georgia’s Professional Standards Commission for 6-12 teacher certification, and is nationally recognized by NCTM, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.

General Education (42 Credit Hours)

see listing of requirements

University-Wide Fitness For Living Requirement (3 Credit Hours)

Specific General Education requirements for this major

Lower Division Major Requirements (Area F) (18 Credit Hours)

The additional hour for lower division major requirements is accrued from Calculus I in general education.

Teaching Field Requirements (27 Credit Hours)

Professional Education (7-12) Requirements (30 Credit Hours)

(Must be formally admitted to the teacher education program before taking these courses)

Free Electives (3 Credit Hours)

Any courses in the university curriculum.