Becoming a math teacher is a rewarding career choice that allows you to inspire and shape young minds. By fostering a love for mathematics, you can equip students with essential skills for various fields, from science to finance. Witnessing students grasp challenging concepts and serving as a positive influence in their lives is deeply fulfilling. With job stability, diverse teaching settings, and the opportunity to create lifelong learners and problem solvers, being a math teacher is a noble profession that contributes to a more numerate and informed society. BHSU's Math Education program will prepare you for teaching math at the middle and high school levels following graduation.
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Mathematics Education Major Course Requirements
Required Core - 42 semester hours
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3 CSC 150 Computer Science I
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4 MATH 123 Calculus I
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4 MATH 125 Calculus II
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4 MATH 225 Calculus III
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3 MATH 281 Introduction to Statistics
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3 MATH 315 Linear Algebra
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3 MATH 321 Differential Equations
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3 MATH 351 Foundations of Mathematics
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3 MATH 361 Modern Geometry
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3 MATH 413 Abstract Algebra I
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3 MATH 423 Advanced Calculus I
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3 MATH 481 Probability and Statistics
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3 SEED 418 7-12 Math Methods
Restricted Electives - 6 semester hours (2 courses)
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3 MATH 316 Discrete Mathematics
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3 MATH 411 Theory of Numbers
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3 MATH 416 Combinatorics
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3 MATH 421 Complex Analysis
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3 MATH 440 Mathematics of Finance
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3 MATH 450 History of Mathematics
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3 MATH 461 Introduction to Topology
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3 MATH 487 Design of Experiments
Pre-Professional Teaching Core - 18 semester hours
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1 EDFN 295 Practicum: Pre-Admission Teaching
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2 EDFN 338 Foundations of American Education
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3 EPSY 302 Educational Psychology
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3 EPSY 428 Child & Adolescent Development
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3 INED 411 South Dakota Indian Studies
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3 PSYC 101 General Psychology (gen ed)
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3 SPED 100 Into to Person with Exceptionalities
Professional Secondary Ed Teaching Core - 26 semester hours
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3 EDFN 365 Computer-Based Technology & Learning
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1 EDFN 375 Methods of Technology Integration
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1 SEED 440 Classroom Management
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2 MLED 480 Middle Level Methods
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3 SEED 408 Plan, Manage & Assess the 7-12 Diverse Classroom
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3 SEED 450 Reading and Content Literacy
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1 SEED 495 Practicum: Pre-Student Teaching
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3 EDFN 475 Human Relations
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1-16 SEED 488 7-12 Student Teaching
Gen Ed Requirements - 30 semester hours
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3 ENGL 101 Composition I
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3 ENGL 201 Composition II
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3 CMST Gen Ed - Speech
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6* Gen Ed - Social Science
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6* Gen Ed - Arts & Humanities
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6-8 Gen Ed - Natural Science & Lab
A minor is NOT required with this major, but electives are required to total 120 hours. Students are encouraged to pursue a minor.
**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**
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Mathematics & Computer Science Education Major Course Requirements
This emphasis is currently pending approval.
Required Core - 21 Semester Hours
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4 MATH 123 Calculus I
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4 MATH 125 Calculus II
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4 MATH 225 Calculus III
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3 MATH 281 Introduction to Statistics
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3 MATH 361 Modern Geometry
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3 SEED 418 7-12 Math Methods
Mathematics & Computer Science Education Emphasis - 27 Semester Hours
This is a collaboration between BHSU & South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Math
Take ONE of The Following:
Take ONE of The Following:
Take ONE of The Following:
Computer Programming
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1 CSC 210 C++ Intro for Programmers (SDSM&T Course)
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4 CSC 215 Programming Techniques (SDSM&T Course)
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4 CSC 315 Data Structures & Algorithms (SDSM&T Course)
Engineering
Take ONE of The Following:
Robotics
Take two of the following electives:
- 3 MATH 315 Linear Algebra
- 3 MATH 316 Discrete Mathematics
- 3 MATH 321 Differential Equations
- 3 MATH 411 Theory of Numbers
- 3 MATH 413 Abstract Algebra I
- 3 MATH 416 Combinatorics
- 3 MATH 423 Advanced Calculus I
- 3 MATH 481 Probability and Statistics
- 3 CSC 415 Introduction to Robotics
**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**
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Minor in Mathematics - Teaching - Course Requirements
18 semester hours
Required Core - 14 semester hours
Take 4 credits from the following (1-2 classes):
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4 MATH 225 Calculus III
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3 MATH 315 Linear Algebra
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3 MATH 316 Discrete Mathematics
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3 MATH 321 Differential Equations
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3 MATH 351 Foundations of Mathematics
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3 MATH 411 Theory of Numbers
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3 MATH 413 Abstract Algebra I
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3 MATH 416 Combinatorics
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3 MATH 421 Complex Analysis
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3 MATH 423 Advanced Calculus I
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3 MATH 440 Mathematics of Finance
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3 MATH 450 History of Mathematics
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3 MATH 461 Introduction to Topology
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3 MATH 481 Probability and Statistics
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3 MATH 487 Design of Experiments
**Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.**
Status Sheets