Northeastern State University

Plan of Study

Connors State College Associate of Science in Mathematics
NSU Bachelor of Science in Education - Mathematics Education

The Secondary Mathematics Education major prepares students to become Grade 7-12 math teachers. Students gain extensive field experiences prior to intern teaching beginning with their first education class. A strong emphasis is placed on inquiry-based instruction. Faculty assist students in acquiring a solid theoretical base and provide students with opportunities for practical application of theory within public school settings.

Successful completion of the OGET. The Mathematics Education degree plan includes minimum course requirements. However, there are additional requirements for full admission to and continued participation in NSU's Teacher Education Program. These include: Successful completion of the Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET). All candidates, regardless of GPA must successfully complete the OGET for teacher certification.

Transferring to NSU is a seamless process. Although you can transfer to NSU at any time in your academic career, the smoothest transition occurs if you have earned or will earn an AA or AS from Connors State College. This milestone will also meet your general education requirements at NSU (unless it is a specific NSU requirement for you to graduate).

What it takes to complete a BS in Mathematics Education from NSU. If you don't complete your AA or AS at Connors State College, you will need to meet NSU's specific general education requirements. You must have at least 124 hours completed to earn a BS in Mathematics Education. Of those hours, 60 must be from a university (4 year school), 40 must be junior and senior (3000/4000) level, and half of the hours in your major must be from NSU. You must also be both English and computer proficient. This means that you must pass English Comp I & II with a "C" or better and pass the designated computer proficiency class. Therefore, when you transfer to NSU, you will likely need to complete around 60 more hours in order to earn your BS in Mathematics Education.

How do my CSC classes transfer to NSU? Every class that you have taken at Connors State College will transfer to NSU. Each class will count in one of the following categories that make up a bachelor's degree: general education, major, minor, or free elective. You probably already know about general education and major classes but minors and free electives are unique to bachelor's degrees. Free electives are extremely flexible and can be selected from any academic area. They allow you to explore your academic interests outside of your major while counting toward the 124 hours you need to graduate. Most degree programs at NSU allow for some free electives. If you completed a class at Connors State College that does not meet one of the other specific requirements, it will count in this category, up to 64 hours. If you have completed more than 64 hours at the associate degree level, all courses will transfer to NSU, but only 64 hours will apply to your degree. This is because you must have 60 hours from a four-year institution to meet state requirements for graduation with a baccalaureate degree. Education majors must complete all math and education courses with a C or better. In addition, students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA and a 2.5 in all math and education courses. All education majors are required to take 3 hours of a language other than English or demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English. Your NSU advisor or your CSC advisor can recommend a class to satisfy this State requirement.

When can you start taking NSU classes? You can begin taking classes at NSU while you are completing your AA or AS at CSC. This is called dual enrollment, many students do this each semester. Consult an NSU academic advisor and a financial aid counselor to see how dual enrollment can work for you.

NOTE: For admission to Teacher Education, students must have completed (45) credit hours with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students in all education programs must read and sign a Statement of Understanding. This will be accomplished with advisement from your NSU faculty advisor. Before the Final Internship, all students must pass at least one high school Oklahoma Subject Area Test (Advanced Mathematics or Middle/Intermediate Level Mathematics). During the Final Internship, all students must pass the Oklahoma Professional Teaching Examination.

Associate of Science in Mathematics

Freshman Year at Connors State College

Fall semester

Spring semester

Sophomore Year at Connors State College

Fall semester

Spring semester

Bachelor of Science in Education in Mathematics Education

Junior Year at Northeastern State University

Fall semester

Spring semester

Senior Year at Northeastern State University

Fall semester

Spring semester

**60 hours required from a 4 year institution **30 hours required from NSU
**40 hours of 3/4000 level courses required **50% of major must be taken at NSU

Total hours transferred from Connors State College: 60
Total hours needed from a 4 year university to complete Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education: 64
For further information, contact Dr. Darryl Linde, Department Chair, 918-444-3809, linded@nsuok.edu.