The elementary and middle-level mathematics teaching minor will appeal to you if you are currently enrolled in a major in elementary education, early childhood education, or special education. This minor extends the mathematics requirements of these degrees and prepares you to teach mathematics in grades K-9. The curriculum includes courses in pre-calculus, calculus, algebraic reasoning, geometry/measurement, data analysis/probability, mathematical reasoning, and the pedagogy of mathematics.
An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor.
The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.
A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Mathematics teachers in the middle grades are in high demand, and the placement for students with this minor is high. Becoming a certified mathematics teacher in Indiana requires passing a state-mandated licensure exam for mathematics in grades 5-9, and a mathematics teaching minor will prepare you for this exam. This minor also prepares you to pursue an advanced degree in mathematics education or become an elementary mathematics specialist.
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