Mathematics
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - Certification as Secondary School Teacher
The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with certification program is designed to provide a broad introduction to the study of mathematics and its sub-fields while providing a path for certification for mathematics teaching in grades 9 through 12. In addition to a core of courses and elective options in mathematics, this program allows students to pursue individualized independent study and undergraduate research with faculty members. This program equips students to teach the variety of mathematics courses offered at the high school level and to communicate the connections between various mathematical ideas in a manner appropriate for high school students. Graduates of this program are sought-after candidates for teaching positions across South Carolina and beyond.
The Teacher Education Professional Education Sequence is undergoing significant change. At the time of this publication, the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education is reviewing these changes. Please see your academic advisor or Student Services Director for updated course information.
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - Certification as Secondary School Teacher
General Education Courses
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Semester Hours
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| ACAD 101 |
Principles of the Learning Academy |
1
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| Critical Skills |
|
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| Writing and Critical Thinking |
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| WRIT 101 |
Composition |
3
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| CRTW 201 |
Critical Reading, Thinking, & Writing |
3
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| Quantitative Skills |
Met in major |
0
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| Logic/Language/Semiotics |
|
| Foreign Language |
At the 102 level |
3-4†
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| Oral Communication |
Met in major with MAED 391 |
0
|
| Technology |
Met in major with CSCI 151 |
0
|
| Skills for a Common Experience and Thinking Across Disciplines |
|
| HMXP 102 |
The Human Experience: Who Am I? |
3
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| Global Perspectives |
See approved list |
3
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| Historical Perspectives |
See approved list |
3
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| Developing Critical Skills and Applying them to Disciplines |
|
| Natural Science |
See approved list; from 2 categories and one must be a lab science |
7
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| Social Science |
See approved list; must include 2 designators |
6-9*
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| Humanities and Arts |
See approved list; must include 2 designators |
6-9*
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| *Must have a total of 15 hours in these two categories. |
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| Intensive Writing |
Met in major with MAED 548 |
0
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| Constitution Requirement |
See approved list,; may be met by other requirements |
0-3
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| Requirements in Major |
|
48
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| MATH 201 % |
Calculus I |
4
|
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| MATH 202 % |
Calculus II |
4
|
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| MATH 300 |
Linear Algebra |
3
|
|
| MATH 301 |
Calculus III |
4
|
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| MATH 310 |
Mathematical Reasoning |
3
|
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| MATH 341 |
Statistical Methods |
3
|
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| MATH 351 |
Introduction to Modern Algebra |
3
|
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| MATH 509 |
Real Analysis I |
3
|
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| MATH 520 |
Foundations of Geometry |
3
|
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| MATH 541 |
Probability and Statistics I |
3
|
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| MATH 305 or MATH 355 |
Introduction to Differential Equations, Combinatoric Methods |
3
|
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| CSCI 151, CSCI 207 |
Overview of Comp Sci, Intro to Comp Sci I |
7
|
|
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| MAED 200, MAED 400, MAED 548 |
Intro to Mathematica, Assess Capstone, Sec Math Curr |
5
|
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| Professional Education Sequence |
33
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| EDUC 110** |
Teachers, Schools and Society |
3
|
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| EDUC 210** |
Psychology of the Learner I |
3
|
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| EDUC 250** |
Psychology of the Learner II |
3
|
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| EDUC 275** |
Integrating Technology to Support Teaching and Learning |
2
|
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| EDUC 310** |
Working With Exceptional and Diverse Learners |
3
|
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| EDUC 390** |
Core Issues In Teacher Education |
3
|
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| EDUC 475 |
Internship in Reflective Practice |
10
|
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| EDUC 490 |
Capstone For Educational Leaders |
2
|
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| MAED 391, MAED 392 |
Prin of Teaching Math, Field Exp in Teach Math |
4
|
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| Foreign Language Requirement |
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0-4
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| General Electives |
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0-2
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| Total |
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124-130
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†This requirement may be met by a satisfactory score on a recognized examination or by passing any foreign language course numbered 102 or any course with 102 as a prerequisite. A maximum of one course may be counted in the Logic/Language/Semiotics Area.
** A grade of C or better is required in EDUC 110, 210, 250, 275, 310, and 390 and may not be taken on the S/U basis.
% A grade of C or better is required.
Department of Mathematics requirements for admisison into MAED 392, Field Experience in Teaching Mathematics:
- Must have completed the following professional education courses: EDUC 110, 210, 250, 275 and 310.
- Must have completed or be completing 24 hours of mathematics courses including MATH 201, 202, 300, 301, 350, and MAED 548.
- Must earn a C or better in MATH 300.
- Must have completed the Mathematics Department Bridge experience which consists of 13 hours (1 hour per week) of service in the Winthrop Mathematics Tutorial Center while enrolled in MAED 548.
- Must have a letter of recommendation from a member of the Department of Mathematics faculty.
Department of Mathematics requirements for admission into EDUC 475, Internship in Reflective Practice:
- Must have a grade of C or better in MATH 520, EDUC 310, and MAED 391, as well as an S in MAED 392.
- Must have maintained a 2.00 or higher gpa in all courses in the major program taken at Winthrop University as well as a 2.75 or higher gpa overall.
- Must have passed either the Praxis II--Mathematics: Content Knowledge (Test 10061) or Mathematics: Proofs, Models, and Problems, Part 1 (graphing calculator required) (Test 20063).
- Must have completed all course work necessary for graduation with the exception of EDUC 475 and 490.
For additional degree requirements, visit the Degree Requirements page.