Secondary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics, B.S. in Education
Dual majors in Secondary Education in Mathematics and Mathematics are available. Students should consult with their advisor.
Mission Statement and Standards
For the Nevada State University, School of Education Mission Statement and Standards, click here.
Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence to complete the major in four years.
Core Curriculum (33-44)
English (3-8 credits)
Refer to the English section of the Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Refer to the Study and Technology Skills section of the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (4 credits)
Natural Sciences (8 credits)
Select one of the following combinations:
| BIOL 190A | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lecture | 3.00 |
| BIOL 190L | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lab | 1.00 |
| BIOL 191A | Introduction to Organismal Biology Lecture | 3.00 |
| BIOL 191L | Introduction to Organismal Biology Lab | 1.00 |
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| CHEM 121A | General Chemistry I | 3.00 |
| CHEM 121L | General Chemistry Laboratory I | 1.00 |
| CHEM 122A | General Chemistry II | 3.00 |
| CHEM 122L | General Chemistry Laboratory II | 1.00 |
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| PHYS 151A | General Physics I - Lecture | 3.00 |
| PHYS 151L | General Physics I Laboratory | 1.00 |
| PHYS 152A | General Physics II - Lecture | 3.00 |
| PHYS 152L | General Physics II Laboratory | 1.00 |
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum.
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
| EDU 250 | Foundations of Education | 3.00 |
| Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum | 3.00 |
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
| EDU 280 | Valuing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
Note:
EDU 280 may overlap with this core curriculum requirement and the major.
Major Requirements (89)
Require Mathematics Core (41 credits)
Select one course from the following:
Additional Mathematics Electives (6 credits)
Any 300+ MATH or STAT course not counted as the required core.
*MATH 389, MATH 430, MATH 454 and MATH 458 can only be used as a Math Elective if it is not used to meet the Math Core.
Secondary Education Concentration (42 credits)
| EDRL 471 | Theory and Practice for Academic English Language Development | 3.00 |
| EDRL 474 | Methods and Curriculum for Teaching English Language | 3.00 |
| EDRL 475 | Assessment and Evaluation English Language Learners | 3.00 |
| 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 220 | Principles Of Educational Psychology | 3.00 |
Select one course from the following:
| EDU 214 | Preparing Teachers to Use Technology | 3.00 |
| EDUC 399 | Foundations of Educational Technology | 3.00 |
The following courses require program admission:
| EDRL 477 | Policies, Critical Issues and Best Practices for ELLS - Practicum | 3.00 |
| EDSC 325 | Differentiated Instruction and Assessment for Diverse Learners | 3.00 |
| EDSC 453 | Teaching Secondary Mathematics | 3.00 |
Student Teaching
| EDSC 483 | Secondary Supervised Teaching Internship | 9.00-12.00 |
Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Education, Secondary Education with a concentration in Mathematics
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Core Curriculum
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33-44
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Major Requirements
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89
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Total Credits
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122
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