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Mathematics (BS) - Secondary Education

About

The Mathematics (BS) - Secondary Education degree prepares students for licensure to teach mathematics in North Carolina, which has a shortage of math teachers. You’ll receive excellent preparation to be a math teacher through the university’s Department of Mathematical Sciences and renowned Reich College of Education.

Because practical experience and professional activity is important in this field, prospective teachers are required to work as instructional assistants in a variety of courses. They also have extensive field experiences in secondary schools, beginning during the junior year and culminating in the senior year with a semester-long student teaching experience. The Department of Mathematical Sciences operates a tutoring lab and receives requests from elementary, middle and high schools for tutorial assistance allowing majors to pick up more experience in these areas.

This degree requires calculus, algebra, geometry, analysis, computing, probability and statistics. Individual programs are designed to meet the needs of the student in consultation with one of the mathematics education advisors. If you think this is the major for you, it is important to begin the program of study during your freshman year or you may fall behind in course requirements.

After Graduation

Employment: Graduates work primarily in the state of North Carolina.  In fact, Appalachian’s Mathematics (BS) - Secondary Education program produces the most high school math teachers in the state.

Graduate School: Increasing numbers of high-performing students with a 3.4 GPA or higher are choosing to take graduate courses during their senior year through Appalachian’s accelerated master’s program, allowing them to complete a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in five years.

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Professional Licensure

This is a program that can lead to licensure or certification.  Appalachian State University cannot confirm whether this program will meet the requirements for professional licensure in other states or territories.

If this applies to you, check the U.S. Department of Education for information on licensure requirements and licensing agencies in other states. Or, you may address questions to State Authorization at Appalachian at stateauthorization@appstate.edu or 828-262-7559.

People

  • Faculty Profile: Dr. Debbie Crocker
    Faculty Profile: Dr. Debbie Crocker

    Dr. Debbie Crocker graduated from Appalachian with her bachelor’s and master’s degrees, then returned to teach mathematics.

    Meet more faculty

  • Student Profile: Brianna Bentley ’18
    Student Profile: Brianna Bentley ’18

    Brianna Bentley has loved learning and teaching since she was in elementary school.

  • Faculty Profile: Dr. Chrystal Dean
    Faculty Profile: Dr. Chrystal Dean

    Once a first-generation college student, mathematics education professor Dr. Chrystal Dean supports today’s students through the Dean Family First Generation Teacher Education Scholarship. It is awarded to first-generation Reich College of Education students with a focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education.

Courses

  • Program of Study
    Program of Study
  • Four Year Guide
    Four Year Guide

    Click on the pdf for your major

  • NCCC Transfer Four Year Guide
    NCCC Transfer Four Year Guide

Related Programs

  • Mathematics (BA)
  • Mathematics (BS) - Business
  • Mathematics (BS) - Computation
  • Mathematics (BS) - Life Sciences
  • Mathematics (BS) - General Mathematics
  • Mathematics (BS) - Physical Sciences
  • Mathematics (BS) - Statistics

Minors

A minor is optional.

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Engagement Outside the Classroom

  • Prospective Teachers of Mathematics Association - an organization to promote awareness of the mathematics teaching profession; to spark a sense of professionalism and comradeship among its members; to engage in mathematical activities; and to promote the excellence of mathematics teaching.
  • Math Club - an organization to encourage students to take part in competitions, classroom events and research opportunities.
  • Pi Mu Epsilon - an Honor Society dedicated to the promotion of student scholarly activity in mathematics and the recognition of students who successfully pursue mathematical understanding.
  • Appalachian State Student Chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics

Global Learning

Appalachian is committed to introducing students to different cultures and teaching them how to live and interact in a global society. Opportunities for education majors include international student teaching.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Appalachian’s Teacher Education Program is required.

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Why Appalachian?

  • Appalachian has one of the largest groups of faculty with degrees in Mathematics Education in any mathematics department in the United States, and the program produces the most high school math teachers in North Carolina.
  • Prospective teachers gain experience by working as instructional assistants and engaging in student teaching.
  • Classes are small and taught by tenure track faculty, so students receive individualized attention.  
  • Undergraduate students can be involved in research projects with faculty in their first two years. Many students travel to present their research at local, national and international conferences.
  • The Department of Mathematical Sciences maintains a strong network of Appalachian alumni in business and education in regards to securing math-related jobs.
  • High-performing students can take graduate courses during their senior year through the accelerated master’s program, allowing them to complete a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in five years.
  • Appalachian has been training quality educators for more than 100 years and is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Location

On campus only

Careers

Some of these jobs may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

  • Adult Education Teacher
  • Curriculum Specialist
  • Education and Training Administrator
  • Educational Administrator
  • Educational Researcher
  • Educational Resource Coordinator
  • Grant Writer
  • Guidance Counselor
  • Instructor, College/University
  • Job Development Specialist
  • National Laboratory Research Administrator
  • Public Health Statistician
  • Research & Development Scientist
  • Research Assistant
  • Resource Teacher
  • Science Writer
  • Secondary School Teacher, Mathematics
  • Technical Consultant
  • Technical Writer
  • Tutor
  • Vocational Instructor

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Contacts

College of Arts and Sciences

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Dr. Eric Marland
Department Chair
828-262-3050
marlandes@appstate.edu

  • Department of Mathematical Sciences

    The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in actuarial science and mathematics, with concentrations in business, computation, life sciences, physical sciences, secondary teaching, and statistics, plus a general, self-designed concentration. The department also offers the Master of Arts in Mathematics with concentrations in college teaching and secondary teaching.

  • College of Arts and Sciences

    Appalachian’s Largest College

    The College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University is home to 16 academic departments, one academic program, two centers and one residential college spanning the humanities and the social, mathematical and natural sciences. The college is dedicated to providing instruction and research essential to the university's mission and seeks to cultivate the habits of inquiry, learning and service among all its constituents.

    By the Numbers

    • 1/3 of the degrees awarded at Appalachian
    • More than 70% of general education courses are taught in the college
    • 86 majors offered
    • 49 minors offered
    • 6,166 undergraduate majors
    • Over 450 full-time faculty members
    • 39,982 living alumni
    • $3,699,734 awarded to the college in external grants during 2017-18 academic year.
    • 393 travel and research grants awarded for a total of $100,725 to CAS students from the Office of Student Research.

    Graduate Programs

    Accelerated admissions program opportunities are available in pursuing a master's degree in 11 selected areas: Appalachian Studies, Computer Science, Engineering Physics, English, Geography and Planning, History, Mathematics, Romance Languages (French/Spanish), Political Science, Psychology (Experimental Science) and Public Administration. Other master’s degrees, graduate certificates and specialist degrees are listed on Appalachian’s School of Graduate Studies website.

    Top Employment Sectors

    • Elementary and Secondary Schools
    • Colleges, Universities and Professional Schools
    • Executive, Legislative and Other General Government
    • Justice, Public Order and Safety Activities
    • Computer Systems Design and Related Services
    • Legal Services
    • Health Care

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