Mathematics, STEP

The Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) at Oakland University is an extended program of study leading to certification. Generally, eligibility into the STEP requires a GPA of 3.00 in both the major and minor, and an overall GPA of 2.80. No single major or minor course grade may be below 2.0. Second undergraduate degree candidates completing major and/or minors may be required to complete additional course work at Oakland University beyond the stated minimums. Students must consult with the secondary education adviser in the department. Students in this program must complete the requirements for a B.A. or B.S. degree in mathematics and include APM 263 , MTH 462  and MTH 414  among the mathematics electives. A program in STEP must also include a 20-28 hour secondary teaching minor and a sequence of undergraduate course work in education to include SED 300 , FE 345 , RDG 538 and SED 427 . Extended study including SED 428 , SED 455  and SE 501 is also required. Further details on program and admission requirements and procedures can be found in the School of Education and Human Services portion of the  catalog and by consulting advisers in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the School of Education and Human Services advising office, 363 Pawley Hall, (248) 370-4182.