Adolescence Education - Mathematics, B.S.

HEGIS Number: 1701.01

Curriculum Code: U0126

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Adolescence Education Mathematics - Grades 7‑12

Candidates successfully completing this program of study are recommended by Old Westbury to New York State for initial certification as Adolescence Education (grades 7-12) teachers. The School of Education Mathematics Education coordinator is responsible for advising and approving students as they progress through the School of Education program. Students should also have an advisor from the Mathematics Department. See below for specific requirements.

Mathematics Content Requirements

MA 2310 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry I Credits: 4
MA 2320 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry II Credits: 4
MA 2500 - History of Mathematics Credits: 4
MA 3030 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 4
MA 3160 - Linear Algebra Credits: 4
MA 3180 - Foundations of Secondary School Mathematics Credits: 4
MA 3210 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credits: 4
MA 3330 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III Credits: 4
MA 3520 - Transition to Advanced Mathematics Credits: 4
MA 4510 - Geometry Credits: 4
MA 5120 - Abstract Algebra I Credits: 4
MA 5320 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: 4

Liberal Education Curriculum Courses

Students must complete all requirements of the Old Westbury Liberal Education Curriculum.

Education Core Courses

* B or better required

ED 3742 - Middle Childhood and Adolescence Credits: 4
ED 3820 - Foundations of Special Education Credits: 4
ED 3900 - Foundations of Education Credits: 4
ED 4230 - Reading Across the Curriculum Credits: 4
ED 4231 - Reading Across the Curriculum Practicum Credits: 2
ED 4082 - Methods and Materials of Teaching Mathematics Credits: 4
ED 5890 - Observation, Practicum, and Seminar Credits: 4
ED 5900 - Student Teaching in Secondary School and Seminar (Grades 7-12) Credits: 12 *

Other Requirements

Candidates must earn a grade of C or higher in all required courses for the degree, whether taken at Old Westbury or elsewhere.

Second Major in Mathematics

Candidates who desire a second major in mathematics must take: MA 4360 , CS 2510, and one Math elective at 4000 or 5000 level. In addition to MA 4510 , MA 5120 , MA 5320 .