Drake Secondary Mathematics Education Major

Mathematics Education students are strongly encouraged to have an advisor from the mathematics department. Some courses are only offered during certain semesters. It is important to check the schedule and talk to your mathematics advisor. A mathematics advisor can help ensure that students meet their necessary requirements.

Title
 Number Hours 
Prerequisites
1. Mathematics and Technology+ MATH 45 3 hours MATH 20 or equivalent
2. Calculus I MATH 50 4 hours MATH 20 or equivalent and exposure to trigonometry
3. Calculus II MATH 70 4 hours MATH 50
4.  Linear Algebra MATH 80 3 hours MATH 50
5. Mathematical Reasoning MATH 101 3 hours MATH 70, 80
6. Modern Geometry* MATH 153 3 hours MATH 101
7. Introduction to Abstract Algebra I** MATH 155 3 hours MATH 101
8. History of Mathematics*** MATH 157 3 hours MATH 101
9. Introduction to Computer Science I CS 65 3 hours Four years of high school mathematics or MATH 20
One of the following courses:
1. Statistics I STAT 71 3 hours MATH 20 or 28 or equivalent
2. Introduction to Probability I MATH/STAT 131 3 hours MATH 80, 100
Additional required course:
Methods of Teaching Secondary School Mathematics		 MATH 145 3 hours
Recommended additional course:
Tutoring of Mathematics		 MATH 41 3 hours Consent of instructor and MATH 20 or above

+ Offered: every spring

* Offered: spring 2005, fall 2006, spring 2008, fall 2009, spring 2011

** Offered: fall 2005, spring 2007, fall 2008, spring 2010, fall 2011

*** Offered: fall 2004, spring 2006, fall 2007, spring 2009, fall 2010, spring 2012

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