Mathematics Education Concentration
Mathematics, Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Mathematics Education Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - 34 Hours Required | ||
| Minimum of “C-“required | ||
| Fundamental Skills | 15 | |
Writing – 6 hrs. | ||
| ENGLISH COMPOSITION I | ||
| COLLEGE RESEARCH AND INFORMATION LITERACY | ||
Oral Communication – 3 hrs. | ||
| PUBLIC SPEAKING FUNDS | ||
or CMST 2120 | ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE | |
Quantitative Literacy – 3 hrs. | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL AND COMPUTATIONAL THINKING | ||
or MATH 1130 | QUANTITATIVE LITERACY | |
or MATH 1140 | QUANTITATIVE REASONING FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS | |
or MATH 1300 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA WITH SUPPORT | |
Data Literacy – 3 hrs. | ||
Select one from the following: | ||
| DATA LITERACY AND VISUALIZATION | ||
| ELEMENTARY STATISTICS | ||
Until Fall 2028, students can satisfy this requirement with an approved data literacy course, or any approved natural or social science general education course. | ||
| Breadth of Knowledge | 13 | |
Social Science – 3 hrs. | ||
Humanities – 3 hrs. | ||
Natural & Physical Science (must complete a lab) – 4 hrs. | ||
Arts – 3 hrs. | ||
| Individual and Social Responsibility | 6 | |
Cultural Knowledge – 3 hrs. | ||
Civic Knowledge and Engagement – 3 hrs. | ||
| MAJOR REQUIREMENTS | ||
| **Course will satisfy UNO's General Education requirement | ||
| ^Course requires pre-requisite(s) | ||
| Mathematics Major with a Concentration in Mathematics Education - 46 Hours Required | ||
| This concentration is recommended for students interested in pursuing a career in Secondary Education. In some cases it is possible to simultaneously earn a B.S. or a B.A. in Math and a B.S. in Secondary Education. | ||
| Required Coursework | 25 | |
| CALCULUS I (^) | ||
| CALCULUS II | ||
| CALCULUS III | ||
| APPLIED LINEAR ALGEBRA | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT MATH | ||
| DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS | ||
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE I | ||
| MATHEMATICAL COMPUTING I (Recommended for Mathematics Education Concentration) | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO NUMERICAL METHODS | ||
| Select all of the following Mathematics Education Concentration courses | 12 | |
| MODERN GEOMETRY | ||
| HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS | ||
| MODERN ALGEBRA | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS I | ||
| Select two of the following Mathematics Education Concentration courses | 6 | |
| APPLIED COMBINATORICS | ||
| MATHEMATICAL COMPUTING II | ||
| LINEAR ALGEBRA | ||
| NUMBER THEORY & CRYPTOGRAPHY | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO TOPOLOGY | ||
| Select all of the following Educator Preparation Program Requirements | 27 | |
| EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS (^) | ||
| HUMAN RELATIONS FOR BIAS-FREE CLASSROOMS (** ^) | ||
or TED 2060 | EQUITY, LANGUAGE, AND CULTURAL LITERACY | |
| DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING IN ADOLESCENCE | ||
| PLANNING FOR EFFECTIVE TEACHING | ||
| SECONDARY CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT (^) | ||
| LITERACY AND LEARNING (^) | ||
| SPECIAL METHODS IN THE CONTENT AREA (^) | ||
| DIFFERENTIATION AND INCLUSIVE PRACTICES (^) | ||
| For those who want a Nebraska Math 6-12 Teaching Certificate | 12 | |
| CLINICAL PRACTICE AND SEMINAR: ELEMENTARY OR SECONDARY LEVEL (^) | ||
| College Breadth | ||
| College of Arts and Sciences’ college breadth requirement satisfied by this major's concentration | ||
| Bachelor of Science Cognate Requirement | ||
| The BS Cognate is satisfied within this concentration. | ||
| ELECTIVES | ||
| Elective hours as required to reach a total of 120 hours | ||
Mathematics, Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Mathematics Education Four Year Plan
| Freshman | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENGL 1150 | ENGLISH COMPOSITION I | 3 |
| MATH 1950 | CALCULUS I | 5 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 4 | |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
Attend Durango Days; other campus events. Set up a Handshake account and take the Pathway U career assessment. Attend the Student Involvement & Volunteer Fair to explore student organizations. Make advising appointment for spring: Sept-Oct. Work with your advisor to develop your Pathway in Stellic. | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| CMST 1110 or CMST 2120 | PUBLIC SPEAKING FUNDS or ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE | 3 |
| ENGL 1160 | COLLEGE RESEARCH AND INFORMATION LITERACY | 3 |
| MATH 1960 | CALCULUS II | 4 |
| MATH 2050 | APPLIED LINEAR ALGEBRA | 3 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
Recommended: Begin studying for Praxis CORE Academic Skills. | ||
Attend campus events such as major exploration week to get an idea of interests and career paths. Schedule a resume review with UNO Career Services. Visit faculty office hours and ask about undergraduate research opportunities. Make advising appointment for summer and fall: February – March. | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Sophomore | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 1970 | CALCULUS III | 4 |
| MATH 2230 | INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT MATH | 3 |
| TED 2100 | EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS | 3 |
| TED 2200 or TED 2060 | HUMAN RELATIONS FOR BIAS-FREE CLASSROOMS or EQUITY, LANGUAGE, AND CULTURAL LITERACY | 3 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
Required: Apply for Educator Preparation Program at this time. | ||
Recommended but not required: Pass the Praxis CORE Academic Skills. | ||
Attend the Career & Internship Fair to start networking with employers. Look for volunteer, research, or part-time work to gain experience. Join a student organization or club related to your field or interests. Make advising appointment for spring: Sept. - Oct. | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH 3230 | INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS | 3 |
| MATH 3850 | HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS | 3 |
| TED 2400 | PLANNING FOR EFFECTIVE TEACHING (*) | 6 |
| TED 2380 | DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING IN ADOLESCENCE (*) | 3 |
Required: Pass Praxis CORE Academic Skills by the end of this semester. | ||
Required: Acceptance into Educator Preparation Program. Must have 2.75 GPA. | ||
Attend a career fair for informational and networking purposes. Update your resume and LinkedIn profile with new experiences. Investigate and apply for summer internships, research, or study abroad programs. Make advising appointment for summer and fall: February – March. | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Junior | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 2200 | MATHEMATICAL COMPUTING I | 3 |
| MATH 3640 | MODERN GEOMETRY | 3 |
| MATH 4740 | INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS I | 3 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 1 | |
Apply for a paid internship or research assistantship. Attend a mock interview workshop or use online interview tools with Career Services. Start researching and visiting graduate programs or professional schools. Visit Career Center, continue updating resume. Make advising appointment for spring: Sept-Oct. | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| MATH/CSCI 3100 | APPLIED COMBINATORICS or NUMBER THEORY & CRYPTOGRAPHY or LINEAR ALGEBRA | 3 |
| MATH 3200 | MATHEMATICAL COMPUTING II | 3 |
| TED 3550 | SECONDARY CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT (*) | 3 |
| TED 3690 | LITERACY AND LEARNING (*) | 3 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
Apply for a paid internship or research assistantship. Attend a mock interview workshop or use online interview tools with Career Services. Start researching and visiting graduate programs or professional schools. Visit Career Center, continue updating resume. Make advising appointment for spring: Sept-Oct. | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Senior | ||
| Fall | ||
| MATH 2350 | DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS | 3 |
| MATH 4030 | MODERN ALGEBRA | 3 |
| SPED 3800 | DIFFERENTIATION AND INCLUSIVE PRACTICES (*) | 3 |
| TED 4000 | SPECIAL METHODS IN THE CONTENT AREA | 3 |
| General Education Course or Elective | 3 | |
Recommended but not required: Pass Praxis II. | ||
Check in with Career Center for networking tips. Finalize graduate school applications or job search strategy. Attend a career fair and start applying for full-time jobs. Prepare for interviews and salary negotiations with Career Services. Make advising appointment for spring: Sept. - Oct. | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| TED 4600 | CLINICAL PRACTICE AND SEMINAR: ELEMENTARY OR SECONDARY LEVEL | 12 |
Complete your final advising check before graduation. Polish your resume, cover letters, and LinkedIn profile. Stay connected by joining alumni networks and professional organizations. Apply for graduation via MavLink. | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
Upper Level Credits: Students need 27 upper level credits throughout the degree with at least 18 upper level credits within the major. Electives may need to be selected at the 3000-4000 level to reach these minimums.
Additional Information About this Plan:
University Degree Requirements: The minimum number of hours for a UNO undergraduate degree is 120 credit hours. Please review the requirements for your specific program to determine all requirements for the program. In order to graduate on-time (four years for an undergraduate degree), you need to take 30 hours each year.
Placement Exams: For Math, English, World Language, a placement exam may be required. More information on these exams can be found at https://www.unomaha.edu/enrollment-management/testing-center/placement-exams/information.php
Transfer credit or placement exam scores may change suggested plan of study.
GPA Requirements: TED 2100 and TED 2200 require a 2.50 GPA. TED 2380 and TED 2400 as well as Admission into the Teacher Prep Program require a 2.75 GPA.
Graduation Requirements: 2.75 GPA.