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Dec 08, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Mathematics (B.S.) - Teaching Specialization
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Program Contact/Coordinator
Eun Heui Kim, Department Head
Donna Flint, Assistant Department Head
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Chicoine Architecture, Mathematics and Engineering Hall 209
605-688-6196
Program Information
Secondary school mathematics educators need to be mathematicians as well as skilled educators, so the Mathematics Education Specialists take the same challenging core upper level mathematics courses as those math majors pursuing other professional goals. In addition to this rigorous mathematics curriculum, Mathematics Education Specialists take the full block of education courses. This program allows graduates to find meaningful careers in secondary education, as well as preparing students for graduate study.
Accreditation
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
South Dakota Department of Education
Certification and Licensure
- Completion of an approved teacher preparation program.
- Completion of an approved South Dakota Indian studies course.
- Pass the state designated content knowledge test or 2.7 GPA in content major coursework.
- Pass the state designated pedagogy test.
- Apply online with the South Dakota Department of Education.
- Written recommendation from institution of higher education (SDSU) verifying program completion.
Course Delivery Format
Program courses are delivered on campus, in classroom and laboratory settings, and online.
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Teacher Education Program Progression Requirements
Acceptance into Teacher Education - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA in the academic major of 2.6 is required.
- Completion of program application and professional licensure location form.
Acceptance into Residency I - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA of 2.7 is required in both major and education courses.
- The teacher candidate must take the Praxis content exam.
- The teacher candidate is also required to complete a criminal background check with field placements, a TB test with negative reading, and CPR and first aid certification.
Acceptance into Residency II - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA of 2.7 is required in both major and education courses.
- The teacher candidate must take the Praxis PLT exam.
Academic Requirements
- A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- A grade of “C” or better is required in academic major coursework (classes with MATH or STAT prefix).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA of 2.7 is required in both major and education courses.
Requirements for Mathematics Major - Teaching Specialization: 120 Credits
Bachelor of Science System General Education Requirements
Teaching Specialization Requirements
Electives
Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements. Total Required Credits: 120
Summary of Program Requirements
Bachelor of Science | | System General Education Requirements* | 28 Credit Hours | | Major Requirements | 47 Credit Hours | | Teaching Specialization Requirements | 37 Credit Hours | | Electives** | 8 Credit Hours | *System General Education Requirements for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree shall include a minimum of 30 credit hours. Some general education coursework may be counted for Major Requirements and Supporting Coursework.
**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements. Academic Advising Guide Sheet
The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program. |
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