Mathematics—Teacher Certification, B.A.
Completion of this major program prepares one for a career as a math teacher in elementary, middle, and high schools, in which math is taught as a separate subject. Continued study may include a master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, computer science, environmental science, business administration, or other related fields. A grade of C or better is required for admission to the Mathematics major program.
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THIS TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ARE:
- A minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0.
- A minimum of B- or better on all education courses
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Passing scores on the Praxis CORE, or 560 verbal, 540 Math on the SAT, or 23 or higher on the ACT, or 155 verbal, 156 quantitative on the GRE.
Passing scores on the Praxis CORE Academic Skills for Educators Tests, as of 9/1/19:
- Math Test #5733 Passing Score 150
- Reading Test #5712 Passing Score 156
- Writing Test #5722 Passing Score 162
Students who meet the score levels below are not required to take the Praxis CORE:
SAT Scores
- If taken before 4/1/1995: Math 520, Reading 480
- If taken between 4/1/1995 to 2/28/2016: Math 540, Reading 560
- If taken on or after 3/1/2016: Math 570, 610 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing or 30 Reading Section
ACT Scores
- If taken before 8/28/1989: Math 23, English 20
- If taken on or after 8/28/1989: Math 23, English 23
GRE Scores
- If taken before 8/1/2011: Quantitative 720, Verbal 530
- If taken on or after 8/1/2011: Quantitative 156, Verbal 155
For more information on Praxis exams: https://www.ets.org/praxis/nj/requirements
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF THIS DEGREE TRACK ARE:
- Completion of NJCU General Education requirements or equivalent
- Successful completion of major in intended content area
- Passing scores on appropriate Praxis II Exam
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Successful completion of clinical experience and clinical practice (student teaching)
This includes successful submission of the performance assessment, edTPA, as required by the New Jersey Department of Education.
Note: For the most updated information on this teaching certification program, students are directed to contact the College of Education as changes may have occurred since publication.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Required | ||
MATH 140 | Statistics I | 3 |
MATH 166 | Elementary Functions | 3 |
MATH 192 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
MATH 193 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
MATH 292 | Calculus & Analytical Geometry III | 4 |
MATH 260 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
MATH 295 | Survey of Modern Mathematics | 3 |
MATH 311 | Differential Equations for Engineers | 4 |
MATH 320 | Modern Geometry I | 3 |
or MATH 512 | Professionalized Subject Matter in Geometry | |
MATH 330 | Mathematical Statistics I | 3 |
MATH 370 | Abstract Algebra | 3 |
Required General Education Program Courses | ||
BIOL 225 | Human Sexual Biology | 3 |
or BIOL 224 | The Human Body | |
or BIOL 106 | Practical Nutrition | |
MATH 215 | Problem Solving in Mathematics 2 | 3 |
LTED 160 | Languages of Power and Social Justice 3 | 3 |
Required Education Courses | ||
Phase I (May be taken separately and in any order): | ||
EDU 280 | Challenges in Urban Education | 3 |
LTED 230 | Focus: Reading Language & Literacy | 3 |
Phase II (May be taken separately or with Phase III): 1 | ||
EDU 330 | Focus: Development, Behavior and Learning | 3 |
EDU 371 | Grades 7-12 Methods/Materials | 3 |
or EDU 315 | Differentiating Instruction:Mtng Needs of Urban Stdnts from Cultrly,Ling.,&Academic Diverse Bckgrnds | |
Phase III (Taken concurrently and offered fall semesters only): | ||
LTED 370 | Secondary:Reading & Language Workshop | 2 |
EDU 2372 | Methods and Materials of Teaching Mathematics in Middle and Secondary Schools | 3 |
EDU 331 | Clinical Practice I | 2 |
Phase IV (Taken concurrently): | ||
EDU 470 | Concurrent Student Teaching Seminar | 2 |
EDU 480 | Clinical Practice II | 8 |
EDU 485 | Classroom Management and Assessment Internship Seminar | 2 |
1 | Passing scores on the Praxis Core are required before continuing into Phase II. |
2 | Required of students who have yet to meet Praxis Core Math requirement |
3 | Strongly recommended for students who have yet to meet Praxis Core Writing and Reading requirements. |
Freshman | ||
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Semester 1 | Credits | |
ENGL 101 or ESL 101 | English Composition I or English Composition I for English as a Second Language Students | 4 |
INTD 101 | Orientation to College *First time freshman only | 1 |
MATH 175 | Enhanced Precalculus | 4 |
BIOL 225 | Human Sexual Biology or The Human Body or Practical Nutrition | 3 |
MATH 140 | Statistics I | 3 |
Credits | 15 | |
Semester 2 | ||
ENGL 102 or ESL 102 | English Composition II or | 4 |
MATH 166 | Elementary Functions | 3 |
MATH 215 | Problem Solving in Mathematics | 3 |
MATH 192 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
Credits | 14 | |
Sophomore | ||
Semester 1 | ||
MATH 193 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
LTED 160 | Languages of Power and Social Justice | 3 |
MATH 295 | Survey of Modern Mathematics | 3 |
EDU 280 | Challenges in Urban Education | 3 |
LTED 230 | Focus: Reading Language & Literacy | 3 |
Credits | 16 | |
Semester 2 | ||
MATH 292 | Calculus & Analytical Geometry III | 4 |
MATH 370 | Abstract Algebra | 3 |
General Education Tier I Course | 3 | |
General Education Tier I Course | 3 | |
General Education Tier I Course | 3 | |
Credits | 16 | |
Junior | ||
Semester 1 | ||
EDU 330 | Focus: Development, Behavior and Learning | 3 |
MATH 320 or MATH 512 | Modern Geometry I or Professionalized Subject Matter in Geometry | 3 |
EDU 371 or EDU 315 | Grades 7-12 Methods/Materials or Differentiating Instruction:Mtng Needs of Urban Stdnts from Cultrly,Ling.,&Academic Diverse Bckgrnds | 3 |
MATH 260 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
General Education Tier II Course | 3 | |
General Education Tier II Course | 3 | |
Credits | 18 | |
Semester 2 | ||
MATH 330 | Mathematical Statistics I | 3 |
MATH 311 | Differential Equations for Engineers | 4 |
General Education Tier II Course | 3 | |
General Education Tier II Course | 3 | |
Elective Course | 3 | |
Credits | 16 | |
Senior | ||
Semester 1 | ||
LTED 370 | Secondary:Reading & Language Workshop | 2 |
EDU 2372 | Methods and Materials of Teaching Mathematics in Middle and Secondary Schools | 3 |
EDU 331 | Clinical Practice I | 2 |
General Education Tier III Capstone Course | 3 | |
Elective Course | 3 | |
Credits | 13 | |
Semester 2 | ||
EDU 470 | Concurrent Student Teaching Seminar | 2 |
EDU 480 | Clinical Practice II | 8 |
EDU 485 | Classroom Management and Assessment Internship Seminar | 2 |
Credits | 12 | |
Total Credits | 120 |