The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Mathematics Teaching Program offers a broad academic content and curriculum that prepares students to both master mathematical knowledge and develop effective teaching skills. The curriculum of the program consists of basic mathematics courses, educational sciences courses, teaching professional knowledge courses and elective courses.
Core mathematics courses provide students with a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. These courses include:
Analysis (Calculus): Topics such as limits, derivatives, integrals and analysis theory. Algebra (Algebra): Groups, rings, fields and polynomials. Geometry (Geometry): Plane and space geometry, analytic geometry and differential geometry. Probability and Statistics: Probability theory, statistical analysis and data interpretation. Mathematical Logic and Abstract Mathematics: Logic, set theory, number theory and abstract mathematical structures. Educational sciences courses introduce students to educational theories, learning processes and student psychology. These courses include:
Educational Psychology: Learning theories, student motivation, cognitive and emotional development. Measurement and Evaluation: Measurement tools in education, test development, evaluation of student achievement. Sociology of Education: Educational systems, gender, inequalities and educational policies. Classroom Management: Classroom discipline, creating an effective classroom environment and managing student behavior. Teaching professional knowledge courses teach students effective teaching methods and pedagogical strategies. These courses include:
Mathematics Teaching Methods: Strategies, methods and techniques used in mathematics teaching. Instructional Technologies and Material Development: Use of educational technologies, preparation of course materials. Teaching Principles and Methods: General teaching methods, active learning, cooperative learning and project-based learning. Teaching Practice: Teaching practice in real classroom environment, lesson planning and implementation. The program also includes various elective courses. These courses allow students to specialize according to their areas of interest. For example, courses such as mathematics teaching in special education, computer-assisted mathematics teaching, advanced geometry topics or history of mathematics can be chosen.
The teaching practices and internships included in the curriculum give students experience in the real classroom environment. Students give lectures and manage the educational process under the supervision of teachers in primary schools for a certain period of time. These practices offer students the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and develop skills such as classroom management, student assessment and the use of teaching materials.
Throughout the program, students are also assigned various project assignments, group work and individual research projects. These studies develop students' analytical thinking, problem solving and research skills. In addition, students prepare course materials and make presentations using educational technologies and modern teaching methods.
The academic content and curriculum of the Undergraduate Program in Elementary Mathematics Teaching aims to increase students' mathematical knowledge and develop their pedagogical skills. This comprehensive curriculum enables graduates to start their careers as qualified mathematics teachers.