1. Major Academic Plan (MAP)
Associate in Arts
BAE Mathematics/Secondary
Department of Mathematics
College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM)
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.
CSTEM Coordinator:
Christy Oliveri
307 Monroe
Sample Careers
Middle or high school mathematics teacher
Teacher Leader
School Administration
Curriculum development

2. Degree Requirements (AA-DTA) with Suggested Classes that Fulfill EWU Prerequisites/Requirements
SPOKANE FALLS C.C. COURSE
E.W.U. COURSE EQUIVALENT
COMMUNICATION (10 credits)
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5)
ENGL 101 College Composition: Argument and Exposition (5)
ENGL& 102 Composition II (5)
ENGL 201 College Composition: Analysis/Research/Document (5)
QUANTITATIVE/SYMBOLIC REASONING (5 credits)
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5)
MATH 141 Precalculus I (5)
HUMANITIES (15 credits)
Consult your advisor for course options.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 credits)
MATHEMATICS/SCIENCE (15 credits)
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5)
MATH 142 Precalculus II (5)
HEALTH/REC/LEISURE/ACTIVITIES COURSES (5 credits)
ELECTIVES (25 credits)
CMST& 101 Intro to Communication (5) OR
CMST& 220 Public Speaking (5)
CMST 200 Intro to Communication (5)
CMST 201 Public Speaking (5)
EDUC& 202 Intro to Education (5)
EDUC 201 Intro to Education (5)
MATH 220 Elementary Linear Algebra (5)
MATH 231 Linear Algebra (5)
This program requires a grade equal to or greater than a 2.8 in ALL prerequisite coursework.
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& 210 Indians of North America (5)
ART 112 Non-Western Art (5)
CMST 226 Gender Communication (5)
CMST 227 Intercultural Communication (5)
ENGL 247 American Multicultural Literature (5)
ENGL 259 African American Literature (5)
ENGL278 Women Writers (5)
HIST& 219 Native American History (5)
HUM 102 Introduction to Women’s Studies (5)
HUM 107 Introduction to Cultural Studies (5)
SOC 221 Race and Ethnic Relations (5)
SOC 230 Sociology of Gender (5)
WS 201 Women of Our World (5)
International Studies (one course)
BUS 120 International Business (5)
GEOG 230 World Regional Geography (5)
HIST 142 History of Japan (5)
HIST 230 Latin American History (5)
HUM 224 Contemporary Global Cinema (5)
HUM 241 The Impact of the Nazi Past (5)
MUSC 109 World music (5)
POLS 102 Comparative Government (5)
POLS 125 Introduction to Global Issues (5)
POLS& 203 International Relations (5)
POLS 205 Islam and the West; Theater of Cooperation and Conflict (5)
SOC& 201 Social Problems (5)