Mathematics Education Secondary Education

2020-2021 Catalog (Current)

Program Requirements

Mathematics Education Secondary Education, BS Program Checksheet

Includes:

Major Courses, General Education Courses, and Minor Courses
Admission and Transfer Requirements
Graduation Requirements

Why Choose Mathematics Education?

Employment prospects are excellent for mathematics education students. A critical shortage of math teachers exists throughout the nation, creating increasing demand for bright new instructors. Mathematics education graduates also have the basic background to pursue careers in industry.

The mathematics education program joins faculty from two top-notch programs. College of Arts and Sciences mathematics faculty provide mathematics instruction while College of Education faculty teaches education classes. Students also receive appropriate field experiences teaching in selected Michigan middle or high schools.

The Ferris State University mathematics education program requires classes in general education, mathematics major and professional education. A teaching minor is also required. You cannot have a mathematics teaching minor with this teaching major. Students complete one semester of directed teaching at the middle or high school level. Upon completion of program requirements, students may apply for Michigan Secondary Provisional Certification. Candidates are required to pass state-mandated Subject Matter Exams in selected teaching major and minors prior to certification recommendation.

Career Opportunities

Students receive hands-on, technology-rich instruction in both mathematics and education, preparing them for secondary level teaching. Appropriate additional studies may also lead to college teaching careers.

Teacher Certification Requirements

As required by the State of Michigan to receive teacher certification, all teacher candidates must: (1) meet the MDE (CAEP) cohort requirements, (2) pass the pedagogy tests in their subject area majors and minors, and (3) have a 2.75 minimum GPA to receive teacher certification in Michigan. These state requirements are in addition to the FSU graduation requirements of your individual program.

More Information

College of Education & Human Services
School of Education
Bishop Hall Room 421
Ferris State University
1349 Cramer Circle
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2737
Telephone: (231) 591-5361

Required Courses

Credit Hours

MATH 220

Analytical Geometry-Calculus 1

MATH 230

Analytical Geometry-Calculus 2

MATH 318

Probability-Stats for Teachers

MATH 319

Math Modeling-Problem Solving

MATH 320

Analytical Geometry-Calculus 3

MATH 322

Linear Algebra

MATH 324

Fund Concepts in Mathematics

MATH 325

College Geometry

MATH 326

Discrete Mathematics Teachers

MATH 420

Intro to Abstract Algebra

MATH 438

Teaching and Learning-HS Math

Level I

Note: Students seeking admission to teacher education candidacy must meet all university requirements for admission to the specific program they wish to enter.

EDUC 101

Intro to the Professn of Teach

EDUC 251

Life Span Human Growth - Devel

EDUC 289

Principles Teaching - Learning

Level II

Note: Prior to admission to the Level II courses, students must pass all sections of the Professional Readiness Exom, complete all Professional Education Prerequisite courses with a minimum of 2.5 GPA, with no grade lower than a C (2.0), have a 2.5 cumulative GPA, and meet all other program requirements. Students may have no more than two repeats in Level I coursework.

EDUC 303

School and Work and Society

EDUC 415

Teaching Special Needs

EDUC 338

Secondary General Methods I

EDUC 438

Secondary General Methods II

EDUC 443

Tchg Reading-Secondary Areas

Level III

Note: Prior to student teaching and professional seminar (Level III courses), students must obtain the appropriate GPA for their major/minor as established by each department, earn an overall GPA of 2.75 in the professional education courses, have a 2.5 cumulative GPA, Pass the MTTC Tests, and meet all other program requirements.

EDUC 499

Student Teaching

Total:

NOTE: STUDENTS MUST OBTAIN THE APPROPRIATE GPA FOR THEIR MAJOR/MINOR AS ESTABLISHED BY EACH DEPARTMENT. A 2.75 GPA IS REQUIRED IN THE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COURSE SEQUENCE. A 2.50 CUMULATIVE GPA IS ALSO REQUIRED BEFORE STUDENT TEACHING. NOTE: Though faculty advisors are responsible for advising students regarding degree requirements, it is the student who is ultimately responsible for choosing the correct courses and for following the correct program.