NIU Department of Mathematical Sciences

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Minor in Elementary Mathematics Education
for Elementary Education Majors

Over the last few years, there has become an increased demand for mathematics specialists in the elementary and middle schools.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences requires the following courses for the Minor in Elementary Mathematics Education.

• MATH 201, Foundations of Elementary School Mathematics
• MATH 229, Calculus I
• MATH 302, Introduction to Geometry
• MATH 402, Methods of Instruction in the Mathematics Curriculum for the Elementary School
• MATH 410, Methods of Instruction in the Mathematics Curriculum for the Middle School
• STAT 301, Elementary Statistics
• One of the following courses:
  • MATH 206, Introductory Discrete Mathematics
  • MATH 210, Finite Mathematics
  • MATH 303, Introduction to Number Theory
  • MATH 304, History of Mathematics through the 17th Century

Provided that MATH 303 or MATH 304 is chosen as an elective, this minor meets the minimal mathematics requirement for an endorsement to teach mathematics in grades 6-8 in Illinois.

For additional information, contact Nancy Leifheit in the Department of Mathematical Sciences (phone 753-1143 or 753-0566) for an appointment.

NIU Mathematics Education Teacher Certification information