BA Secondary Education in Mathematics

Bachelor of Arts in Education

Major in Secondary Education in Mathematics

124 Credits

Program Description:

The Bachelor in Education has three components: general education, professional education requirements, and major requirements. The practicum in teaching provides students with field experiences to demonstrate mastery of the accomplished practices in a school setting during the regular school year. Students must make arrangements to comply with the internship requirements during a regular school day schedule and must comply with state and local regulations. The internship experience is in English only. Students must demonstrate English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The student must refer to the Internship Handbook available from the Academic Director for specific requirements and procedures.

It provides teacher candidates with a solid preparation in the field of education as well as with the academic background to enhance their general professional competence and their teaching skills. Specific courses are integrated in the curriculum in order to satisfy the ESOL Standards and Performance Indicators for each standard set by the State of Texas. ESOL Standards have been integrated in selected education courses. Students must comply with state and local requirements or limitations to practice the profession.

Program Objectives:

The students will:

• Understand the importance of the social and personal mission of the teaching profession.
• Accept the changes that will lead to the broadening of their knowledge and experience as teachers and use that knowledge effectively in the teaching - learning process.
• Analyze social, psychological, and philosophical foundations of education.
• Choose and effectively use resources and materials to improve their teaching methods.
• Understand and use different educational strategies and techniques effectively.
• To develop among students good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be exposed to a variety of experiences that will help them to develop the skills, attitudes and abilities in order to become change agents in the field of education.
• Develop awareness of the responsibility of keeping abreast in their fields of specialization.
• Understand, revise, and enrich the curriculum of their area of specialization.
• Be able to incorporate technological innovations into their personal life and their teaching.
• Develop the skills that will make them lifelong learners.

Program Outcomes:

1. use diverse techniques in teaching at the elementary level,
2. introduce technological techniques in their methodology,
3. develop classroom assessment,
4. develop portfolio,
5. develop lesson plans,
6. enroll in continuing education courses,
7. communicate effectively in English & Spanish both orally and in writing

Admission Requirements:

1. Minimun GPA 2.50

Education Programs Requirements

Students must comply with all State and school district requirements for their degree area. Additionally, the must show evidence of a passing score on the State TExES to include bilingual education requirements, as applicable.