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Mathematics Education, BA Major in

Hofstra University · Hempstead, NY

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Program
Award
Mathematics Education, BA Major in
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
This program is designed to prepare prospective math teachers to be highly skilled, creative and scholarly, reflective educators able to meet the varied needs of students of all grades. Courses in this program lead toward New York state initial teacher certification, mathematics, grades 7-12. Secondary education programs are designed to blend on-campus preparation with field experiences in various school settings, culminating in full-time student teaching. Literacy, multicultural education, and information technology are integrated throughout all aspects of the program. The program conforms to the New York State Learning Standards in Mathematics, Science, and Technology and with the recommendations of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
191649
CourseShelf checklist
CK_191649_3e5ace80
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements

Choose 2 of the following · Choose two of the following courses (MATH 146, 172, 173): · 14 items
  1. MATH 071
    (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Semester Hours: 4
    Not resolved to a course
  2. MATH 072
    (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Semester Hours: 4
    Not resolved to a course
  3. MATH 073
    (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus III Semester Hours: 4
    Not resolved to a course
  4. MATH 114
    (MA) Introduction to Higher Mathematics Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  5. MATH 133
    (MA) Geometry Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
    or: MATH 134 - (MA) Topics in Geometry Semester Hours: 3
  6. MATH 135A
    (MA) Linear Algebra Semester Hours: 4
    Not resolved to a course
  7. MATH 137
    (MA) Mathematical Probability and Statistics Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  8. MATH 145
    (MA) Abstract Algebra 1 Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  9. MATH 171
    (MA) Real Analysis 1 Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  10. Choose two of the following courses (MATH 146, 172, 173):
    Not resolved to a course
  11. MATH 146
    (MA) Abstract Algebra 2 Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  12. MATH 172
    (MA) Real Analysis 2 Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  13. MATH 173
    (MA) Complex Analysis Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  14. Choose 3 additional MATH credits above the level of 100 (excluding MATH 185 and MATH 198B)
    Not resolved to a course

Introductory Courses - Semester Hours: 9

4 items
  1. FDED 111
    The American School Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
    or: FDED 127 - Introduction to Philosophy of Education Semester Hours: 3
  2. SED 102
    Adolescent Development and Learning Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  3. SPED 102
    Inclusion: Meeting Special Needs in PreK-12 Programs Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  4. (See footnotes *)
    Not resolved to a course

General Methods Courses - Semester Hours: 6

4 items
  1. LYST 101
    Literacy for Middle/High School Teachers Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  2. (See footnotes *)
    Not resolved to a course
  3. SED 151
    The Secondary School Teacher Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  4. (See footnotes *)
    Not resolved to a course

Special Methods and Curriculum Courses - Semester Hours: 7

4 items
  1. SED 154
    Teaching of Mathematics Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  2. and corequisite course:
    Not resolved to a course
  3. SED 154L
    Internship in Secondary Mathematics Semester Hours: 1
    Not resolved to a course
  4. SED 166
    Exploring the Mathematics Curriculum Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course

Student Teaching and Corequisite Seminar - Semester Hours: 9

3 items
  1. SED 178
    Reflective Practice and Classroom Analysis Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  2. and
    Not resolved to a course
  3. SED 179
    Student Teaching (Undergraduate) Semester Hours: 6
    Not resolved to a course

Footnotes

8 items
  1. SED 151
    The Secondary School Teacher Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  2. Field Placement–grades 7-12, high needs placements
    Not resolved to a course
  3. SED 154L
    Internship in Secondary Mathematics Semester Hours: 1
    Not resolved to a course
  4. grades 7-12
    Not resolved to a course
  5. SPED 102
    Inclusion: Meeting Special Needs in PreK-12 Programs Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  6. Field Placement–grades 7-12
    Not resolved to a course
  7. LYST 101
    Literacy for Middle/High School Teachers Semester Hours: 3
    Not resolved to a course
  8. Field Placement–grades 7-12
    Not resolved to a course

Student Teaching Prerequisites

3 items
  1. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better on overall course work or permission of adviser
    Not resolved to a course
  2. No grades lower than C- and no unresolved INC grades in required mathematics or professional education course work
    Not resolved to a course
  3. A GPA of 2.5 or higher in mathematics content courses.
    Not resolved to a course

Graduation Requirements

7 items
  1. Completion of all graduation requirements for the bachelor’s degree in the major content area in which the certification will be sought.
    Not resolved to a course
  2. Completion of all course requirements for the co-major in the concentration area within secondary education.
    Not resolved to a course
  3. No grades lower than C- and no unresolved INC grades in professional education course work.
    Not resolved to a course
  4. A minimum GPA of 2.75 in overall course work.
    Not resolved to a course
  5. A minimum GPA of 2.5 in the major area in which the certification will be sought.
    Not resolved to a course
  6. An electronic portfolio, illustrating the student’s education course work and professional accomplishments.
    Not resolved to a course
  7. Completion of all required Educational Law Seminars.
    Not resolved to a course

General Education Core Requirements

0 items

    Complete BA Requirements

    0 items

      Teacher Certification Requirements

      6 items
      1. Identification of Child Abuse and Maltreatment
        Not resolved to a course
      2. Fire and Arson Prevention
        Not resolved to a course
      3. School Violence Prevention and Intervention
        Not resolved to a course
      4. Prevention of Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Abuse
        Not resolved to a course
      5. Highway and School Safety/Prevention of Child Abduction
        Not resolved to a course
      6. Training in Harassment, Bullying and Discrimination Prevention and Intervention required under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
        Not resolved to a course
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