Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Mathematics Education

Middle Tennessee State University

The Mathematics Education Concentration of the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences provides students with a comprehensive foundation in advanced mathematics at the Undergraduate level. The Mathematics Education concentration is designed for those who wish to become mathematics teachers in high schools and middle schools.The need to help students develop mathematical literacy is increasing exponentially. Helping students develop basic computational skills, quantitative reasoning, spatial ability, and related skills that can be applied in various fields and disciplines is critical to an advancing society. Mathematics provides an effective way of building mental discipline and encourages logical reasoning which plays a role in understanding other school subjects including science, social studies, music, and other subjects.