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Jun 03, 2026
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2026-2027 Shepherd University Catalog
Mathematics Teaching Field Endorsement Grades 5-9 General Math through Algebra I
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The Mathematics 5-9 program, which offers a subject specialization for certification, is intended primarily for students preparing to teach in middle schools. This endorsement is offered only as an add-on to the K-6 elementary program or to any of the secondary programs.
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Curriculum for Endorsement in Mathematics Teaching Field Grades 5-9 General Mathematics through Algebra I
This endorsement is offered as an add-on to the K-6 elementary program or to any of the secondary programs. Total hours required, 20 Hours:
Additional mathematics for education:
Note(s):
See professional education course listings under Education: Professional Studies Core for Endorsement in Middle School Education (40-48 hours required). Special Methods of Teaching Mathematics is EDUC 420 . Contact Person: Dr. Karen Adams, Stutzman-Slonaker Hall 311B, 304-876-5772. Four-Year Course Progression
Mathematics Grades 5-12 (YRL Residency) | Fall | | First Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | Core Curriculum | 1 | ENGL 101 | 3 | | Core Curriculum | 1 | Choose History (100-level) | 3 | | COMM 202 | 2 | Fundamentals of Speech (HM-GL) (Req.) | 3 | | EDUC 150** | 1 | Seminar in Education (FYEX) | 1 | | Core Curriculum | 2 | Choose HM with Advisor | 3 | | MATH 105* | | College Algebra | 3 | | Take Praxis I CASE (see below)** | TOTAL | 16 | | | Spring | | First Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | Core Curriculum | 1 | ENGL 102 | 3 | | ECON 205 | | Prin. of Macroeconomics (SO-CK) (Req.) | 3 | | MATH 108* | | Precalculus | 4 | | MATH 155* | | Discrete Structures | 3 | | MATH 314 | | Statistics | 3 | | | | | | | See catalog or speak to your advisor* | TOTAL | 16 | | | Fall | | Second Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | EDUC 200** | 2 | Foundations of Education (SO-MD) (Req.) | 3 | | Core Curriculum | 2 | Choose Art with Advisor | 3 | | MATH 207* | | Calculus* (MA) (Req.) | 4 | | MATH 254 | | Discrete Mathematics | 3 | | PHYS 221 and 221L | | General Physics I w/ General Physics I Lab | 4 | | | | Take Praxis I CASE (see below) ** | TOTAL | 17 | | | SPRING | | Second Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | EDUC 360** | | Survey of Exceptional Children (SO-MD) (Req.) | 3 | | MATH 208 | | Calculus II | 4 | | MATH 303 | | Intro to Geometry | 3 | | MATH 307 | | Linear Algebra | 3 | | PHYS 222 and 222L | | General Physics II w/ General Physics II Lab | 4 | | | | | | | Take Praxis I CASE (see below) ** | TOTAL | 17 | | | Fall | | Third Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | MATH 309 | | Calculus III | 4 | | MATH 310 | | Differential Equations | 4 | | MATH 312 | | Introduction to Abstract Algebra | 3 | | EDUC 320** | | Social / Psychological Conditions of Learning | 3 | | | | | | | Apply for Juncture 1** | TOTAL | 14 | | | Spring | | Third Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | JUNCTURE 1 - ADMISSIONS | TO | EPP REQUIRED TO PROCEED | | | EDUC 370 | | Creating Learning Environments | 4 | | EDUC 380 | | Innovative Technology | 3 | | MATH 329 OR MATH 321 | | Modeling OR Probability & Statistics | 3 | | Elective* | | | 3 | | Core Curriculum | | Choose Wellness (WE) | 3 | | | | | | | Take Praxis II (REQUIRED) | TOTAL | 16 | | | Fall | | Fourth Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | EDUC 400 | | Inclusion in the Regular Classroom | 3 | | EDUC 443 | 2 | Literacy in the Content Areas | 3 | | EDUC 420 | | Special Methods of Teaching Mathematics | 3 | | EDUC 375 | | Secondary Educ. Residency I | 0 | | Elective* | | | 3 | | | | | | | Apply for Juncture 2 | TOTAL | 12 | EDUC 461 is designated as the Writing in the Major [WM] course for Education. | | Spring | | Fourth Year | | | Sub./Course No. | Tier | Title | Credit | | EDUC 463 | | Secondary Education Residency II (Grades 5-Adult) (CP) | 9 | | EDUC 461*** | 3 | Clinical Experience Seminar (WM) | 3 | | | | | | | | | TOTAL | 12 | | | | | | | | | DEGREE TOTAL | 120 | | MATH EDUCATION (GRADES 5-ADULT), B.A. | | **Juncture I (Admission to EPP) Requirements: • Must have an overall GPA of 2.75 and a 2.75 Shepherd GPA (incl. Transfer Students).
• Must have a C or better in all Specialty and Professional Courses (speak with your advisor).
• **Must have passed the PRAXIS I CORE/CASE or provided proof of exemption as determined/required by the State of West Virginia. Please speak with your advisor regarding the exemptions/requirements/deadlines regarding the PRAXIS I CORE/CASE exams.
• Contact your advisor with any questions about any additional course work or requirements that must be completed before applying for Juncture I. Juncture II (Admission to ST/Residency II) Requirements: • Must have an overall GPA of 2.75 and a 2.75 Shepherd GPA (incl. Transfer Students).
• Must have a C or better in all Specialty and Professional Courses (speak with your advisor).
• Must have an overall 2.75 GPA in Specialty and Professional Courses (speak with your advisor).
• You should pass all PRAXIS II Content exams before applying to student teaching or Residency II. Please speak with your advisor regarding the deadlines for passing the PRAXIS II Content exams. For policies and procedures related to all teacher candidates within the EPP at Shepherd, review the EPP Student Handbook and/or the Practicum Manual and/or School of Education website. For more specific information regarding your program and its requirements, contact your advisor/specialization coordinator. |
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