Mathematical Problem Solving, Minor-Liberal Arts
Liberal Arts (Code 180-409)
A minimum of 24 credits from mathematics courses must be earned as described below.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements: | ||
| MATH 114 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 365 | Patterns of Problem Solving | 4 |
| At least one of: | ||
| Discrete Mathematics | ||
| Abstract Algebra for Elementary Teachers | ||
| Additional courses may be chosen from: | ||
| Number and Operations I | ||
| Number and Operations II | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Developmental Tutoring Techniques (At most two credits count for minor) | ||
| Algebraic Thinking | ||
| Probability and Statistical Thinking | ||
| Geometric Thinking | ||
| Mathematics and Music | ||
| Modern Geometry | ||
| Classical Number Theory | ||
| Linear Regression Analysis, with Time Series | ||
| Teaching Mathematics with Technology | ||
| History of Mathematics | ||
Or other mathematics courses numbered above 305 | ||
Note: Students cannot pursue a major in Mathematics and this minor to meet graduation requirements for completing a first and second degree program.
Program Learning Outcome
Students completing this program will be expected to meet the following learning outcomes:
- Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
- Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others utilizing precise language and multiple representations.
- Use appropriate tools strategically.
- Look for and make use of structure.