Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education
Trine University
Key Information
Campus location
Angola, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 33,650 *
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* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
Make a difference through mathematics education
If you want to meet a critical need while positively impacting the lives of students, a Bachelor of Science with a major in mathematics education at Trine University may add up for you.
According to the U.S. Department of Education, 44 states reported shortages of mathematics teachers for the 2019-20 school year. Once you graduate, you will be equipped to meet this critical need.
The experience: Extensive time in the field
Like all Franks School of Education programs, extensive field experiences in diverse settings are required beginning in the first year of coursework. The Bachelor of Science with a major in mathematics education program is grounded in state and national standards in order to help you prepare your future students with 21st-century skills.
Our faculty come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences all related to classroom teaching, advanced research, and preparing future teachers. The academically rigorous teacher education program focuses on:
- Student-centered instruction in a safe learning environment
- Evidence-based instructional strategies
- Classroom management techniques
- Innovative integration of classroom technology so you can earn Google Classroom certification
Curriculum
The degree: Math plus strategy
In addition to a strong mathematics foundation, a Bachelor of Science with a major in mathematics education program focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of the curriculum by designing and implementing classroom learning through multiple instructional strategies.
Trine University offers special education licensure programs for preschool through 12th grade, allowing you to add special education licensure within your four-year degree program at Trine. If you are interested in pursuing special education licensure, talk to your faculty advisor.
Curriculum
A total of 120 credit hours are required to earn a Bachelor of Science in mathematics education. The courses you need to complete to be eligible for licensure in Indiana may change from what is presented. New requirements for licensure have been approved by the IDE/OEEL and the governor. When new standards are developed and additional interpretations of the new licensing requirements are made, changes will be made on this website.
General Education Requirements -30 credit hours
- MA 134 Calculus I
- Science -3 credit hours
- math or science elective - 2 credit hours
- ENG 153 Introduction to Literature
- PSY 113 Principles of Psychology
- EDU 273 Issues in American Education
- Social Science elective-3 credit hours
- ENG 143 College Composition
- SP 203 of COM 163 Effective Speaking or Interpersonal Communication
- EDU 463 Educational Media & Technology
Additional Requirements -23 credit hours
- UE 101 University Experience
- Free Elective - 22 credit hours - Electives are determined in conjunction
- with an advisor and based on student career objectives
Mathematics Requirements -28 Hours
- MA 164 Calculus II
- MA 213 Calculus III
- MA 233 Differential Equations
- MA 303 College Geometry
- MA 313 Linear Algebra
- MA 343 Sets and Logic
- MA 373 Abstract Algebra
- MA 393 Probability and Statistics
- MA 473 Graph Theory and Combinatorics
Professional Studies Requirements Grades 5–12 - 39 credit hours
- EDU 111 Education Exploration
- EDU 211 Education Immersion
- EDU 232 Educational Psychology for the Middle & Secondary Teacher
- EDU 301 Instructional Design Practicum
- EDU 303 Instructional Design
- EDU 312 Exceptional Learners
- EDU 322 Culturally Responsive Teaching
- EDU 331 Literacy in the Content Area Practicum
- EDU 332 Literacy in the Content Area
- EDU 362 Classroom Behavior & Environment
- EDU 411 Middle School Practicum
- EDU 412 Middle School Methods
- EDU 422 The Middle School
- EDU 431 Secondary Methods Practicum
- EDU 442 Secondary Methods
- EDU 462 Educational Measurement
- EDU 463 Educational Media and Technology
- EDU 470 Student Teaching
- EDU 482 Student Teaching Seminar
Program Outcome
- 100% Graduates employed last 8 years
- 16 Average major class size
- 800 Clinical hours during the program
Graduates from the Franks School of Education have demonstrated high levels of success, including:
- 100 percent of recently surveyed graduates indicated the Franks School of Education provided teacher training that was relevant, effective and improved P-12 student learning.
- 100 percent of graduates shared they would recommend others coming to Trine University to become a teacher.
Career Opportunities
You have many opportunities for rewarding careers and advanced studies.
Explore the Possibilities:
- Teacher
- The grade-level or content department chair
- Building principal
- Assistant superintendent
- Superintendent
- Curriculum director
- Child care worker
- Coach
- Publications advisor (yearbooks, newspaper, etc.)
- Community agency director
- Counselor
- Graduate student
Flexible field experiences and student teaching placements
Area school districts where students participate in field experiences and student teaching include, though are not limited to:
- Bronson Community Schools (Michigan)
- Coldwater Community Schools (Michigan)
- Sturgis Community Schools (Michigan)
- MSD of Steuben County Schools (Indiana)
- Prairie Heights Community Schools (Indiana)
- Hamilton Community Schools (Indiana)
- Fremont Community Schools (Indiana)
- Fort Wayne Community Schools (Indiana)
- Garrett, Keyser Butler Community Schools (Indiana)
- DeKalb County Central United School District (Indiana)
- DeKalb Eastern Community Schools (Indiana)
- Quincy Community Schools (Michigan)
- Edgerton Local School District (Ohio)
- Edon-Northwest Local School District (Ohio)
- Central Noble Community Schools (Indiana)
- East Noble Community Schools (Indiana)
- West Noble Community Schools (Indiana)
- Lakeland Community Schools (Indiana)
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