The mathematics degree with a concentration in education at Nevada State College will provide a firm foundation of logical, clear-minded, and precise thinking for students who want all the benefits of a mathematics degree while exploring the option of pursuing a rewarding career in secondary education. The concentration combines the traditional mathematical course of study with selected courses in education to ensure that graduates will have mastered ideas and tools that can be applied to a wide range of practical applications and will also be eligible for state teacher certification.
Curriculum
Core Curriculum
English (3-8 units)
Please see the English section of the College's Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Please see the Study and Technology Skills section of the College's Core Curriculum
Mathematics (4 credits)
Natural Sciences (8 credits; 1 of the following combinations)
Fine Arts (3 credits, 1 course)
Please see the Fine Arts section of the College's Core Curriculum
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Please see the Constitution section of the College's Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits, 2 courses)
Please see the Humanities section of the College's Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits, one course)
Please see the Social Sciences section of the College's Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits, 1 course)
Please see the Cultural Diversity section of the College Core Curriculum
Major Requirements
Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better
Math Courses (14 courses, 44 units)
Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better.
Choose one of the following (3 credits):
Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better.
Education Courses (20 credits; 5 courses)
Courses in this section must be completed with a C- or better.
| EDSC 453 | Teaching Secondary Mathematics | 3.00 |
| EDSC 483 | Secondary Supervised Teaching Internship | 12.00 |
| EDSP 411 | Student with Disabilities in General Education Settings | 3.00 |
| EDSP 432 | Parent Involvement and Family Engagement for Students with/without Disabilities | 3.00 |
| EDU 250 | Foundations of Education | 3.00 |
Choose two of the following education electives (6 credits)
Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better.
| EDRL 471 | Theory and Practice for Academic English Language Development | 3.00 |
| EDSC 321 | Secondary Pedagogy I | 3.00 |
| EDSC 408 | Classroom Management Secondary | 3.00 |
| EDU 214 | Preparing Teachers to Use Technology | 3.00 |
| PSY 307 | Principles of Educational Psychology | 3.00 |
Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Concentration in Mathematics Education