Mathematics Education Composite (Major: Bachelor-Level)

The Math Education composite major is designed to help students become qualified mathematics instructors in secondary education programs. Quali ed mathematics instructors greatly in uence our children's success in becoming informed and capable members of society. Consequently, such instructors are a vital part of every secondary education program. As technology continues to advance and in uence our daily lives, the demand for quality mathematics instruction has increased. This high demand has caused a shortage of quali ed instructors. Hence, graduates skilled in secondary mathematics instruction have little dif culty nding employment in education.To provide students with the experiences necessary to become exceptional teachers, the Mathematics Education program offers a composite education major, which allows students to major and minor in mathematics. Students preparing to be mathematics teachers with the mathematics composite major will focus on (1) a rigorous understanding of mathematical concepts, (2) applying the principles of the BYU-Idaho Learning model to mathematics instruction, (3) implementing a variety of teaching pedagogies, (4) using technology appropriately for instruction, (5) learning to communicate mathematical concepts well, and (6) developing professional behaviors. Emphasis on becoming true disciples of Jesus Christ permeates and enhances all of these student experiences. Students who fully participate in and master these objectives will leave BYU-Idaho able to deliver high quality mathematics instruction at public or private secondary institutions.