Mathematics 5-Adult
Teaching changes lives. It is a rewarding profession that makes a difference. Well-prepared science and mathematics teachers are some of the most sought after in our state and nation’s middle and high schools and are vital to making a positive impact for future generations.
The Secondary STEM Education teacher preparation pathway at WVU is designed to give undergraduate students the opportunity to explore the profession of teaching in science and/or mathematics, improve their practice as educators, and earn a secondary (middle and/or high school) teaching certification—all while pursuing a 4-year degree in a STEM field. This gives graduates the flexibility to pursue a career in middle or high school teaching, or to pursue non-teaching jobs or graduate programs in their field.
Students in the Secondary STEM Education pathway as part of their STEM degree will take coursework in education and field-based experiences in school classrooms, some of which helps satisfy General Education Foundations (GEF) requirements and other degree requirements. Students will continue to take the courses and other requirements as part of their STEM degree, though with some slight variations.
Advisors in the STEM degrees will be able to support students who are interested in the Secondary STEM Education pathway. Students should also contact the WVU School of Education in the College of Applied Human Sciences for more information on the pathway and its requirements.
Students seeking Mathematics 5-Adult teaching certification complete the Mathematics B.A. or B.S. major requirements and the following courses (36 hours). The Secondary STEM Education curriculum can be completed within the 120 hours required for graduation with a B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics:
WVUTeach: Mathematics 5-Adult
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARSC 120 | Inquiry Approaches to Teaching | 1 |
| ARSC 220 | Inquiry-Based Lesson Design | 1 |
| UTCH 221 | Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science (GEF 4) | 3 |
| UTCH 322 | Classroom Interactions in Math and Science | 3 |
| UTCH 420 | Project-Based Instruction in Mathematics and Science | 3 |
| UTCH 430 | Apprentice Teaching in Math and Science | 10 |
| MATH 318 | Perspectives on Mathematics and Science (GEF 5) * | 3 |
| MATH 376 | Foundations, Functions and Regression Models * | 3 |
| PHYS 376L | Research Methods Laboratory | 3 |
| C&I 434 | Teaching Mathematics: Secondary School | 3 |
| MATH 338 | Geometry for Teachers | 3 |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
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MATH 318 and MATH 376 count within the math major requirements.
Additional Coursework for Non-Mathematics Majors
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 155 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MATH 156 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| MATH 251 | Multivariable Calculus | 4 |
| MATH 261 | Elementary Differential Equations | 4 |
| STAT 215 | Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MATH 303 | Introduction to the Concepts of Mathematics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Linear Algebra | ||
| Applied Linear Algebra | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Algebraic Structures | ||
| Discrete Mathematics | ||
| Introduction to Real Analysis 1 | ||
| Complex Variables | ||
| Total Hours | 28 | |