Mathematics, Secondary Teacher Certification

Mathematics is fundamental to both the theoretical and the practical problem-solving components of virtually every field of study.

The goal of the mathematics major at Lander University is to provide students with the opportunity and the direction to enjoy the intellectual challenges of mathematics, and to develop the communication skills and the mathematical knowledge necessary to function competently in graduate school and/or in employment.

Students graduating from Lander University with recommendation for teacher certification complete student teaching, coursework and testing requirements for recommendation for certification in South Carolina consistent with the College of Education's conceptual framework. This framework provides direction for programs, courses, teaching and teacher candidate assessment. The framework is built on the conceptual model of the "Professional Educator" as one who demonstrates these Learner Outcomes.

The Professional Educator

1. integrates content knowledge and skills of scholarly inquiry to teach all students;
2. plans, provides and assesses learning experiences that are supported by research, knowledge of best practice and professional standards;
3. communicates and collaborates with diverse populations (students, educators, families and community members) exhibiting professional behaviors and dispositions; and
4. engages in reflection and professional development to foster student learning and inform instructional decisions.

Note: The information below provides convenient links to some of the courses required for this degree; however, it should not be used as a course registration guide. Please refer to the official Lander University Academic Catalog for the most accurate and up-to-date program requirements.

¹ For approved courses see the General Education section
² If you already have credit for HIST 111, do not take HIST 111R; if you already have credit for HIST 112, do not take HIST 112R; if you already have credit for POLS 101, do not take POLS 101R

• ¹A grade of "C" or better is required in these Teacher Education courses.
• ²A grade of "B" or better is required in these Teacher Education courses.
• For formal admission to the Mathematics with Secondary Teacher Certification major, see Student Eligibility on page 287-288 of the catalog.
• Coursework must include at least 30 hours earned in 300 or above level courses, of which 12 hours must be in the major.
• See the 4-year major guide for recommended order in which to take courses.