Mathematics Licensing Program

Standards for Teachers of Mathematics

Standard 1: Teachers of mathematics understand the key concepts and procedures of mathematics and have a broad understanding of the mathematics curriculum. Teachers of mathematics understand the appropriate structures within the discipline and its interaction with technology.

Standard 2: Teachers of mathematics understand how students learn mathematics and provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.

Standard 3: Teachers of mathematics understand how students differ in their approaches to learning and create instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.

Standard 4: Teachers of mathematics understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students’ development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and performance skills.

Standard 5: Teachers of mathematics use an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

Standard 6: Teachers of mathematics use knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supporting interaction in the classroom.

Standard 7: Teachers of mathematics plan instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community and curriculum goals.

Standard 8: Teachers of mathematics understand and use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the ongoing intellectual, social, and personal development of the learner.

Standard 9: Teachers of mathematics are reflective practitioners who continually evaluate the effects of their choices and actions on others (students, parents, families, and other professionals in the learning community) and who actively seek out opportunities to grow professionally.

Standard 10: Teachers of mathematics foster relationships with school colleagues, parents, families and agencies in the larger community to support student learning and well-being.

Required Testing for Indiana Licensing
PRAXIS I ( Reading, Writing, Mathematics)
PRAXIS II (Mathematics: Content Knowledge 0061)

MU Requirements for Successful Completion of the Licensing Program

• Successful completion of performance assessments through Phases 1, 2, and 3
• Minimum of “C” in required courses in the major and licensing programs
• 2.5 minimum GPA in the major, all licensing areas, and overall

Courses required for the licensing major: