B.S. Secondary Math Education
Nova Southeastern University Undergraduate Programs
Key Information
Campus location
Fort Lauderdale, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 33,510
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Introduction
Focus Your Expertise on Teaching Math
Middle and high school math teachers can play a pivotal role for students interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—commonly referred to as STEM. This is an area with enormous growth potential for students and it also provides a great opportunity for top-notch educators.
Nova Southeastern University’s Bachelor of Science in Secondary Math Education provides a comprehensive set of methods courses specifically designed for mathematics instruction and assessment. It also features a specialty component with a variety of mathematics courses that comprise the content of the Florida Department of Education-approved Secondary Math Education major. The courses emphasize curriculum development, instruction, and assessment in subject areas such as geometry, algebra, and calculus, as well as strategies for developing problem-solving skills in students.
The courses are based on the Florida Standards and the current statewide assessment in math (grades 6–12). This degree also focuses on developing teacher leaders who are equipped with the skills to improve equity, cultural awareness, and social responsibility in diverse educational settings.
Why Should You Major in Secondary Math Education at NSU?
- Earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in only 4 years.
- Be prepared to sit for Florida state certification exams in Secondary Math Education.
- Earn a $19,000 annual tuition scholarship.
- Get a free international travel experience.
- Get job offers in one of Florida's largest school districts.
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Scholarships and Funding
Curriculum
First-year seminar
- UNIV 1000: First-Year Seminar
General Education Requirements
Written Composition
- 6 credits at or above COMP 1500
- Open Written Composition
Mathematics
- 6 credits at or above MATH 1040 satisfied in major
- Satisfied in major
Arts and Humanities
- 6 credits in HIST, ARTS, PHIL, HUMN, LITR, THEA, FILM, MUSC, DANC, WRIT, foreign language
- HIST 1050
- Open Arts and Humanities
Social and Behavioral Sciences
- 6 credits in PSYC, SOCL, ANTH, ECN, COMM, GEOG, GEST, INST, POLS
- PSYC 1020
- Open Social and Behavioral Science
Science
- 6 credits in BIOL, MBIO, CHEM, SCIE, ENVS, PHYS
- PHYS 1020
- Open Science
Open electives
Complete 4 elective courses.
Major
- Foundations of Education
- Fundamentals of Peer Education
- Cross-Cultural Studies
- Survey of TESOL for Teachers
- Survey of Exceptional Student Education
- Calculus I
- Practices of Instruction
- Educational Assessment
- Applied Statistics
- Calculus II
- Foundations of Curriculum Development
- Introductory Linear Algebra
- Discrete Mathematics
- Secondary Classroom Management
- Ordinary Differential Equations
- Advanced Calculus I or MATH 4350
- Methods of Teaching Secondary Reading
- Advanced Calculus II or MATH 4360
- Methods of Teaching Secondary Mathematics
- Second Language Learning
- Diversity and Ethics
- Secondary Mathematics Education Internship
- Florida Teacher Cert. Exam. - Subject Area Examination
- Florida Teacher Cert. Exam. - Professional Educator Test
Experiential Learning/Internships
During your undergraduate studies, you’ll have a number of mentorship opportunities and both simulated and real-world classroom experiences which will prepare you for the classrooms of tomorrow.
The field experiences provide you with an opportunity to perform the duties of a classroom teacher within the classroom setting. The purpose of these experiences is to allow teacher candidates to demonstrate their understanding of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and subject area competencies. A minimum of 10 field experience hours are required through education coursework and are to be completed throughout the Secondary Math Education program.
The clinical practice (internship) is the culminating real-world classroom experience; a 12 week, full-time school placement providing for hands-on experience in lesson planning, instructional delivery, student assessment, and parent/teacher interactions. Teacher candidates (interns) are matched with a school and certified teacher that will compliment your NSU supervisory and faculty team. The internship is designed to expand responsibilities each week as you become an integral member of the school community and teaching team. Your assigned mentor teacher will guide you along weekly as you assume full responsibility for the classroom, and upon successful completion of the internship, you will emerge as a highly qualified educator.
Career Opportunities
Get the Fischler Academy Advantage
This degree is a product of NSU’s Fischler Academy program, which is an experiential, project-driven, mastery-based program combining cutting-edge teaching pedagogies in a highly personalized learning environment. The academy combines bachelor’s and master’s degree programs designed for traditional first-time-in-college students who wish to become educational leaders. Fischler Academy combines the very best in student-centered teaching strategies with competency-based educational experiences. Our mission is to educate great teachers who will inspire generations of students.
Average Starting Salary
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual salary for middle and high school teachers in 2019 was $59,660 and $61,660, respectively.
Shark Destinations
You’ll find NSU education alumni at school districts all around the country, including Broward County Public Schools and Miami-Dade County Public Schools (the sixth-largest in the nation), Palm Beach County Public Schools, Pinellas County Public Schools, the Archdiocese of Miami, and Exceed Preparatory Academy. Our alumni serve as teachers for K-12 students or support the future of other educators in administrative roles.