Associate of Arts in Teaching, Teacher Certification in Mathematics, 8-12 (For transfer to TAMU-Commerce, BS in Mathematics, Secondary Certification): Dallas College

Program Available at:

Brookhaven
Cedar Valley
Eastfield
El Centro
North Lake
Richland

Transferable to:

Texas A&M Commerce

For more information, visit the Dallas College Teaching Degrees webpage and your success coach at your campus.

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) is a Board-approved collegiate degree program consisting of lower-division courses intended for transfer to baccalaureate programs that lead to initial Texas teacher certification. This plan is for those who are interested in earning certification to teach Mathematics, 8-12 in a classroom setting.

This is an example course sequence for students interested in teaching math, Grades 8-12. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.A.T. degree leading to Initial Texas Teacher Certification in Mathematics, 8-12, which will increase your chances of transferring to Texas A&M University-Commerce (TAMU-Commerce) to earn the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Secondary Certification. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.

Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on Texas A&M University to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a TAMU-Commerce.

Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.

Degree Type Associate of Arts in Teaching

GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.5 or higher

TSI Must be Complete

SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHING DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

COMPLETE PRIOR TO TRANSFER

Students must choose 2 of the following 3 courses and earn a grade of “C" or higher for the pathway leading to this bachelor's degree: MATH 2305, MATH 2318/2418, MATH 2320/2420

SEMESTER 1

ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.

HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.

MATH 1316 – Plane Trigonometry* This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher. Requires MATH 1314 as a pre-requisite.

SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.

PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness* This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:

SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course. OR
SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication* This is a Core course. OR
SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking* This is a Core course.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list. Consult with your success coach to choose an appropriate MATH Sequence based on the university to which you plan to transfer.

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
Meet with your success coach to research career options with a degree in Math and Teaching.
At the end of the semester, begin researching TAMU-Commerce where you want to seek the BS in Mathematics, Secondary Certification.
Total Hours: 16

SEMESTER 2

ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.

GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.

HIST 1302 – United States History II*This is a Core course.

LANGUAGE, PHILOSOPHY, and CULTURE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.

MATH 2412 – Pre-Calculus Math* You should consider completing MATH 2415 – Calculus III to conclude the course sequence before transferring to a university.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS

Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
Ask your success coach about transfer options to pursue the bachelor's degree at TAMU-Commerce.
Meet with a faculty advisor or your success coach regarding placement for field observation required for EDUC 1301 course.
Total Hours: 16

SEMESTER 3

GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.

EDUC 1301 – Introduction to the Teaching Profession

LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. TAMU-Commerce requires PHYS 2425 and a grade of “C" or higher.

MATH 2413 – Calculus I* You should consider completing MATH 2415 – Calculus III to conclude the course sequence before transferring to a university.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS

Meet with a faculty advisor or your success coach regarding placement for field observation required for EDUC 2301 course.
Begin applying to TAMU-Commerce.
Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at TAMU-Commerce in Fall 2022)
Check with your success coach for important deadlines and dates.
Total Hours: 14

SEMESTER 4

MATH 2414 – Calculus II* Consult with your success coach to choose an appropriate MATH Sequence based on the university to which you plan to transfer. TAMU-Commerce requires a grade of “C" or higher.

EDUC 2301 – Introduction to Special Populations

LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.

CREATIVE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS

After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Associate of Arts in Teaching degree.
Sign up for commencement.
Request final transcripts be sent to TAMU-Commerce.
Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 14

DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

Texas A&M University-Commerce

For questions about the Texas A&M University-Commerce portion of this transfer pathway, contact the Academic Advising Office at (903) 886-5000 or Brittany Hiller at Brittany.Hiller@tamuc.edu or Dr. Melanie Fields at Melanie.Fields@tamuc.edu. It is best to apply to TAMU-Commerce a full semester before you plan to transfer. It will help if you submit a copy of this pathway with your application. To be fully admitted to the Teacher Preparation Program, you must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. The math and education courses will need a grade of C or higher for acceptance to student teaching See catalog for official degree requirements.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS, SECONDARY CERTIFICATION

SEMESTER 1 (Fall)

Math 402 – Intro to Mathematical Probability

Math 426 – History of Mathematics

Math 460 – Math for Secondary Teachers

PSY 300 – Learning Processes & Development

COSC 1436 – Intro to Computer Science & Prog

SED 330 – Roles and Responsibilities of STEM Teachers

NOTE: Consider taking MATH 2415 Calculus III, MATH 332 Methods of Mathematical Proofs and Math 372 Structures and Apps (either the summer prior to transfer, a summer between any other year, or you will need to add into a semester below).

Total Hours: 18

SEMESTER 2 (Spring)

Math 334 – Intro to Abstract Algebra

CHOOSE ONE:

Math 403 – Intro to Mathematical Statistics OR
Math 453 – Essentials of Statistics OR
Math 437 – Elementary Number Theory

SED 331 – Instructional Design for STEM Teachers

RDG 380 – Comprehension & Vocab (THEA/SAT/ACT requirements)