Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Publication: 2022-2023 Catalog Program: Mathematics - Concentration: Teacher Certification (BS) Minimum Credits Required:__________________

Mathematics - Concentration: Teacher Certification (BS)

128 credits required for graduation

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Degree

The School of Science and Technology offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Mathematics. The Mathematics Major includes concentrations in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Teacher Certification.

Laboratory Courses

Many courses in the School of Science and Technology include both a class and a laboratory component. The laboratory and class components complement each other as integrated elements of a course that facilitate the accomplishment of the Course Outcome Goals. As such they cannot be separated. Students must pass both the lab and class. If a student fails either the class or the laboratory component, they will receive a fail grade and must repeat the class.

Curriculum

General Education Requirements (60 hours)

The primary objective of the general education requirements is to guarantee that all students seeking a degree will be exposed to a common set of learning experiences that draw from a broad spectrum of subject areas. These common learning experiences are designed so that a student who completes the Core Curriculum will achieve the general education program goals as well as take introductory courses in the mathematics major that are prerequisite to courses in the program of study curriculum.

Additional Requirements (3 hours)

The physical education requirement is comprised of one credit hour of Wellness and two credit hours of additional Physical Education.

Legislative Requirements

Georgia law requires that each candidate for a degree demonstrate knowledge of the history and constitution on the United States and Georgia. These requirements may be met by receiving a passing grade in certain courses, or by passing the appropriate examination. The courses and the requirement(s) each course satisfies are as follows:

  1. HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 satisfies the Georgia and U.S. history requirement (if taken at a University System of Georgia institution).
  2. POLS 1101satisfies the Georgia and US Constitution requirement (if taken at a University System of Georgia institution).
  3. Students with transfer credit (HIST 2111, HIST 2112 or POLS 1101) from outside the University System of Georgia will need to contact the Testing Center regarding the legislative exams requirement.

Major Requirements (60 hours)

The courses in the Mathematics Major consist of both required and elective courses. The required courses are designed to ensure that all students receiving the BS Mathematics degree will share a common set of learning experiences toward achievement of the Program Outcome Goals. In addition, students will apply these learning experiences in the accomplishment of a capstone experience. Elective courses allow students to delve further into area of specialization that provide breadth and/or depth of learning.

Program Outcome Goals

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Concentration: Teacher Certification

Graduates who complete the Mathematics Major (Teacher Certification Concentration) will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an ability to clearly and precisely present mathematical ideas and proofs to others in oral and written form.
  2. Show proficiency with a broad range of concepts from modern mathematics and an in-depth knowledge of at least one major area.
  3. Use mathematical methods to analyze real-world problems and to make informed decisions based on interpretations of the results.
  4. Demonstrate scholarship and independent learning by making appropriate contributions to the discipline;
  5. Effectively apply appropriate technological tools toward solving mathematical problems.
  6. Communicate the nature of mathematics as a rich theoretical and applied disciple to the mathematics community and the community-at-large.
  7. Demonstrate competence in applying mathematics to a least one other field.
  8. Work as individuals and as members of collaborative teams to apply analytical and quantitative tools to a variety of applications.
  9. Satisfy the 12 Candidate Outcomes identified for the Teacher Education Unit.

Educator Preparation Goals

The School of Education is committed to preparing teachers who ensure that students reach high levels of achievement. GGC graduates are caring, competent, analytical, collaborative, and adaptive. Research supports the central role of each of these domains in fostering student achievement. Each of these domains is operationally defined by a set of specific learning outcomes which are expected of candidates in all programs.

Domain 1: Interpersonal Expertise

2.5 Candidates foster environments that reflect ethical behavior, respect, kindness, safety, and care.
2.6 Candidates create culturally inclusive learning environments that capitalize on the developmental characteristics and life experiences of learners.

Domain 2: Content and Pedagogical Expertise

2.1 Candidates know the content they are expected to teach and engage in ongoing learning opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in order to provide all learners with engaging curriculum and learning experiences based on local and state standards.
2.2 Candidates utilize a variety of content appropriate instructional strategies which include communicating effective and descriptive feedback to maximize learning for all students.
2.3 Candidates seamlessly integrate technology into the design, delivery, and assessments of learning environments and experiences.
2.4 Candidates manage learning environments and collaborate with learners to make appropriate adjustments and to set goals for their own learning.

Domain 3: Assessment and Analytical Expertise

3.1 Candidates assess student learning using appropriate assessment tools.
3.2 Candidates organize, analyze, and interpret assessment data from multiple sources, which guiding learners in examining their own thinking and learning as well as the performance of others.
3.3 Candidates’ instructional decisions are data-driven.

Domain 4: Leadership Expertise

4.10 Candidates assume leadership roles in classrooms and other school/community environments.
4.11 Candidates collaborate effectively with peers, school personnel, families, and community members.

Domain 5: Adaptive Expertise

5.1 Candidates exhibit routine and adaptive expertise for teaching.

Admission to the Educator Preparation Programs

Admission to the Educator Preparation is required for admission to junior- and senior-level courses in the majors. The following requirements must be met for admission into the Elementary Education and Special Education majors, as well as the Teacher Certification Tracks of the biology, English, history, mathematics, and political science majors.

  1. The applicant must be a student in good standing at Georgia Gwinnett College. This means that the applicant should not be on academic warning or academic probation.
  2. The applicant must have completed 45 semester hours of college level credit by the end of the semester of application with an overall GPA of 2.5 or better.
  3. The applicant must have earned a grade of C or better in EDUC 2110, EDUC 2120, and EDUC 2130 (or have approved course substitutions) by the end of the semester of application.
  4. The applicant must pass or exempt the GACE Basic Skills Assessment by the end of the semester of application.
  5. The applicant must receive satisfactory ratings on the Pre-Professional Practices and Behavior in EDUC 2110, EDUC 2120, and EDUC 2130 OR submit a recommendation form from a professor at the non-GGC institution where the candidate took the EDUC courses.
  6. The applicant must have a satisfactory performance on an oral presentation in EDUC 2110, EDUC 2120, or EDUC 2130 OR an oral interview with a faculty mentor at GGC.
  7. The applicant must submit evidence of liability insurance. Liability insurance may be obtained through membership in a professional educators’ organization.
  8. The applicant must submit an Application for Admission to Educator Preparation which includes all of the required documentation.

Prospective applicants to the Educator Preparation Programs may obtain application information from their mentors or from the School of Education.

General Education (60 semester hours)

Area A - Essential Skills: (9 semester hours)

Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
ENGL 1101 - English Composition I (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 1102 - English Composition II (3) Credit Hours

 

MATH 1113 - Pre-calculus (4) Credit Hours

or

MATH 2200 - Calculus I (4) Credit Hours

(extra hour will count in Area F)

Area B - Institutional Option (4 semester hours)

Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
ITEC 1001 - Introduction to Computing (4) Credit Hours

Area C - Humanities/Fine Arts (6 semester hours)

Select one from the following:

Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
MUSC 1100 - Music Appreciation (3) Credit Hours
ARTS 1100 - Art Appreciation (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2111 - World Literature I (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2112 - World Literature II (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2121 - British Literature I (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2122 - British Literature II (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2131 - American Literature I (3) Credit Hours
ENGL 2132 - American Literature II (3) Credit Hours
FILM 1005 - Introduction to Film (3) Credit Hours
THEA 1100 - Theatre Appreciation (3) Credit Hours

Select one from the following:

Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
RELN 1100 - World Religions (3) Credit Hours
GEOG 1101 - Introduction to Human Geography (3) Credit Hours
  • Intermediate Level or Higher Spanish, French or Chinese (3) Credit Hours
  • Area D - Natural Sciences, Math, Technology (11 semester hours)

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    CHEM 1211K - Principles of Chemistry I with Laboratory (4) Credit Hours
    CHEM 1212K - Principles of Chemistry II with Laboratory (4) Credit Hours

    (extra hour will count in Area F)

    Select one from the following:

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    ITEC 2110 - Digital Media (4) Credit Hours
    ITEC 2120 - Introduction to Programming (4) Credit Hours

    Area E - Social Science (12 semester hours)

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    POLS 1101 - American Government (3) Credit Hours

     

    HIST 2111 - Survey of United States History I (3) Credit Hours

    or

    HIST 2112 - Survey of United States History II (3) Credit Hours

    Select one from the following:

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    HIST 2111 - Survey of United States History I (if not used above) (3) Credit Hours
    HIST 2112 - Survey of United States History II (if not used above) (3) Credit Hours
    HIST 1111 - Survey of World History/Civilization I (3) Credit Hours
    HIST 1112 - Survey of World History/Civilization II (3) Credit Hours
    HIST 1121 - Survey of Western Civilization I (3) Credit Hours
    HIST 1122 - Survey of Western Civilization II (3) Credit Hours

    Select one from the following:

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    SOCI 1101 - Introduction to Sociology (3) Credit Hours
    ANTH 1102 - Introduction to Anthropology (3) Credit Hours
    ECON 2100 - Introduction to Economics (3) Credit Hours
    PSYC 1102 - Introduction to Psychology (3) Credit Hours

    Area F - Courses Related to the Program of Study (18 semester hours)

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    MATH 2200 - Calculus I if not taken in Area A (4) Credit Hours
    MATH 2210 - Calculus II (4) Credit Hours
    MATH 2220 - Calculus III (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 2450 - Linear Algebra (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 2500 - Foundations of Mathematics (3) Credit Hours

    Select one: if MATH 2200 is in Area A

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    MATH 2050 - Statistical Data Analysis for the Sciences (if not taken in Area F) 3 Credit Hours
    MATH 2300 - Discrete Math (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 2600 - Mathematical Modeling (3) Credit Hours
  • One hour each from Area A and D (2) Credit Hours
  • Additional Requirements (3 hours)

    Physical Education Requirement

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    PHED 1101 - Choices for Life (1) Credit Hours
  • Additional Physical Education (2) Credit Hours
  • Program of Study (64 semester hours)

    Required Mathematics Courses (15-18 hrs)

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    MATH 2050 - Statistical Data Analysis for the Sciences 3 Credit Hours

     

    MATH 3021 - Geometry (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 3300 - Mathematical Statistics I (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 3500 - Abstract Algebra I (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 3550 - History of Mathematics (3) Credit Hours
    MATH 3700 - Real Analysis I (3) Credit Hours

    Mathematics Elective Courses (6-9 hours)

    Any 3000/4000 level MATH courses except MATH 3008, MATH 3011, MATH 3111, or MATH 3311.

    Required Education Courses (41 hours)

    (Formal Admission to Educator Preparation Required)

    Course NameCredit HoursTerm TakenGradeGen Ed
    EDUC 2110 - Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education * (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 2120 - Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Diversity in Educational Contexts (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 2130 - Exploring Teaching and Learning * (3) Credit Hours
    SPED 3100 - Characteristics of Students with Special Needs P-12 (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3400A - Teaching and Learning in Secondary Education (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3400B - Secondary Education Field I (1) Credit Hours
    READ 3400 - Content Area Literacies (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3650A - Instructional Methods in the Secondary Classroom (2) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3650B - Secondary Education Field II (1) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3650C - Differentiated Topics Seminar in Secondary Education (1) Credit Hours
    EDUC 3700 - Digital Age Teaching Seminar (1) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4060 - Opening of School Experience: Mathematics 0 Credit Hours
    EDUC 4600A - Instructional Adaptation in Grades 6-12 (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4600B - Educational Assessment in Grades 6-12 (3) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4600C - Grades 6-12 Practicum (2) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4800 - Leadership Seminar (1) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4865A - Student Teaching: Professional Practices (4) Credit Hours
    EDUC 4865B - Student Teaching: Planning and Assessment (4) Credit Hours

    Note

    *required prior to Admission to Teacher Education

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