Major Academic Plan (MAP) Associate in Arts & Sciences BAE Mathematics/Secondary Education (77 Credits) Mathematics Department College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Why become a secondary mathematics teacher? Teaching mathematics and statistics to secondary students allows you to make a difference in the lives of young people by empowering them to understand the world mathematically, use quantitative and statistical reasoning to make better decisions, and expand their opportunities to choose interesting careers. Student Learning Outcomes Students will develop: 1. Understanding of foundational content of modern mathematics and its applications. 2. A strong ability to reason mathematically and develop proofs with understanding. 3. The values, dispositions, and habits of mind of a community of mathematicians. 4. Understanding of mathematical learning progressions and connections within secondary mathematics. 5. Ability to critically read, analyze, evaluate, transform, and implement mathematics education literature. 6. A sensitivity and ability to respond to the mathematical thinking of secondary students. 7. Applications of pedagogical content knowledge for secondary mathematics in planning and teaching 8. Habits of mind to continue improving teaching practices that support mathematics learning. Department Chair Dr. Barbara Alvin balvin@ewu.edu Department Assistant Michele Grant mgrant@ewu.edu Sample Careers Middle or high school mathematics teacher Teacher Leader School Administration Curriculum development
AA – DTA Degree Requirements with Suggested Classes that Fulfill EWU Prerequisites/Requirements WENATCHEE VALLEY COLLEGE COURSE E.W.U. COURSE EQUIVALENT WRITING SKILLS (10 credits) ENGL& 101 Composition: General (5) ENGL 101 College Composition ENGL 201 Comp.: Advanced Essay (5) or ENGL 202 Comp.: Critical Analysis (5) or ENGL 203 Comp.: Research (5) ENGL 201 College Composition: Analysis/Research/Document (5) QUANTITATIVE SKILLS (5 credits) MATH7 141 Precalculus I (5) MATH 141 Precalculus I (5) HUMANITIES (15 credits) Consult your advisor for course options. NATURAL SCIENCES (15 credits) MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5) MATH 142 Precalculus II (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 credits) ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS (30 credits) EDUC 200 Introduction to Education (5) EDUC 201 Introduction to Education (5) MATH& 151 Calculus I (5) MATH 161 Calculus I (5) MATH& 152 Calculus II (5) MATH 162 Calculus II (5) MATH& 153 Calculus III (5) MATH 163 Calculus III (5) MATH 211 Linear Algebra (5) MATH 231 Linear Algebra (5) MATH& 254 Calculus IV (5) MATH 241 Calculus IV (5) The courses listed below transfer to satisfy EWU Graduation Requirements and can be taken before or during the major programs: Cultural Diversity (one course) ANTH 220 Cross-Cultural Studies (5) CHST 112 Chicano Experience in Contemporary Society (5) HIST& 219 Native American History (5) SOC 135 Sociology of Women (5) SOC 151 Sociology of Race and Ethnic Groups (5) International Studies (one course) HIST 174 Western World History – Latin America (5) HIST 274 Eastern World History – East Asia (5) PHIL 275 Comparative World Religions (5) POLS& 203 International Relations (5) SOC& 201 Social Problems (5)