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Mathematics: Adolescence Education Program at Fredonia

What we offer

Bachelor of Science Mathematics: Adolescence Education (grades 7-12)

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Mathematical Sciences

mathematics.department@fredonia.edu

716-673-3243

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Inspire Mathematical Minds

Empower teens and ignite their passion for mathematics with our Adolescence Education: Mathematics, B.S. degree at Fredonia. This nationally recognized program, endorsed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, prepares you for Initial Certification to teach grades 7-12 in New York State. As one of the state's leading teacher education programs, we equip you with innovative strategies to bring math to life in the classroom. You'll learn to create engaging lessons, develop students' critical thinking skills, and leverage technology to enhance mathematical understanding. Our cutting-edge curriculum not only opens doors to rewarding careers but also gives you the tools to inspire the next generation of mathematicians and problem-solvers.

Mathematics Degree Outcomes

  • Advanced Pedagogical Skills: Develop cutting-edge teaching methods specifically tailored for adolescent learners, enhancing your ability to engage and inspire students.
  • Deep Mathematical Understanding: Gain a profound comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts, allowing you to explain complex ideas with clarity and confidence. 
  • Professional Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow educators, mentors, and industry professionals, building a valuable network for future collaborations and career growth. 
  • Leadership and Mentoring Skills: Develop the capacity to take on leadership roles within your school or district, and mentor new teachers in mathematics education. 
  • Excellent Career Potential: Benefit from high demand for qualified math teachers, with opportunities for career advancement and specialization within the education sector. 

Chart Your Career Trajectory

Gain the qualifications necessary for Professional Certification in New York State, opening doors to leadership roles in math education.

Career Opportunities for Mathematics: Adolescence Education

  • Curriculum Director
  • Educational Consultant
  • High School Teacher
  • School Principal
  • District Administrator
  • Middle School Teacher
  • Instructional Coordinator
  • School Superintendent
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MAED 105 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics Education

Introduction to middle and secondary mathematics education, its principles and practices. Organization of schools, planning, teaching styles, classroom management, and instructional materials in mathematics education are among the topics considered. Direct experiences with middle and secondary students are an integral part of the course.

MAED 276 Literacy and Technology for Science and Mathematics

The course provides an overview of the processes involved in literacy acquisition and instructional technologies available to enhance teaching in science and mathematics. The relationship of reading and writing, and aspects of writing development and writing process appropriate to each stage of reading development will be presented.

MAED 310 Reading and Writing Mathematics

The course will use the vehicle of problem solving to help students develop their abilities in reading and writing mathematics. It will also focus on how reading and writing exercises can be used to enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics, and how reading and writing mathematics can be used to enhance the teaching of literacy.

It's Different Here

Student-Centered

Junior and senior class sizes are intentionally kept small, averaging around 20 students.

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Dynamic Faculty

All tenured faculty in the Department of Mathematical Sciences hold Ph.D. degrees.

Compete & Succeed

Fredonia students regularly compete in national applied math and modeling competitions.

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High School Teacher

High school teachers teach academic lessons and various skills that students will need to attend college and to enter the job market.

  • Average NYS Salary:  $92,696
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree
National Education Association
School administrator leading. Fredonia students who earn a degree in math education can use their degree in many ways.

Schools Administrators

School administrators plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.

  • Average NYS Salary:$145,530
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Master's degree
Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Instructional Coordinators

Instructional coordinators oversee school curriculums and teaching standards. They develop instructional material, implement it, and assess its effectiveness.

  • Average Salary: $74,620 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 2% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Master's degree
Bureau Labor Statistics

Why Mathematics at Fredonia?

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Field Experience

Immediate, hands-on opportunities working in the field with students.

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The Fishbowl

Discover the legendary study room, where collaboration and comfort meet in the heart of our department.

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Professional Experiences

Fredonia students attend conferences and are involved in outreach activities and research.

Effective July 1, 2024, federal regulation requires institutions of higher education to make a determination whether a Title IV eligible academic program that leads to professional licensure or certification meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in the U.S. State where the institution is located and the U.S. States where “distance education” students are located at the time of initial enrollment in the program, as well as U.S. States where the program is advertised as meeting such requirements, and if applicable, the U.S. State where students attest they intend to be licensed/certified. The Adolescence Education: Mathematics, (B.S.) program at SUNY-Fredonia is registered by the New York State Education Department and thus meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification for New York State. Through a good faith effort, and for the purpose of complying with the federal regulation, we have determined that Adolescence Education: Mathematics, (B.S.) program at SUNY-Fredonia meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in the following U.S. States: New York State however, it is important to note that SUNY-Fredonia is not the licensure/certification authority in these U.S. States and cannot assess whether an individual candidate will be issued a license/certificate in these U.S. States and instead it is incumbent on each individual candidate to contact the licensure/certification authority in the applicable U.S. State for any further guidance on the requirements for licensure/certification requirements and application processes.

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