Equip Young Minds for a STEM-Powered Future

The math education minor prepares future educators to teach foundational math with confidence and clarity. Designed for students pursuing additional licensure as an Elementary Math Specialist, this program blends coursework in calculus, math methods and educational theory with real-world teaching strategies. You'll explore how students learn mathematical concepts, sharpen your instructional approach and gain valuable insight into shaping the next generation of problem solvers.

The Curriculum

View the 2024-2025 Academic Catalog to find course titles, numbers and descriptions.

Requirements for a Minor in Math Education

  1. EDUC1111  The Great American Experiment (SA) (SS) (SJ)
  2. EDUC2211 Learning, Teaching and the Elementary Curriculum OR EDUC2212 Learning, Teaching and the Secondary Curriculum
  3. EDUC3213 Mathematics Methods for Elementary OR EDUC3313  Mathematics Methods for Middle and High School (prerequisite will be waived if students have completed EDUC2211 or EDUC2311)
  4. MATH1111  Calculus I (QA) (QR) (prerequisite MATH1103 or math placement test)
  5. MATH1112  Calculus II (QA) (QR)
  6. A 2000- or 3000-level math elective