New Programs Follow-up Report: Mathematics And Mathematics Education At Dixie State University (2014).pdf

Institution: Dixie State University (DSU)

Program Details:
- Title: Mathematics and Mathematics Education
- Location: 225 South 700 East, St. George, Utah 84770
- CIP Code: 27.0306
- Approval Date: 01/21/2011

Report Type: Three-Year Follow-Up Report of Recently Approved Programs

Key Milestones:
- Initiation (Fall 2009): DSU Mathematics Department began work on applying for the program.
- Approval (January 2011): Utah State Board of Regents approved DSU to offer Mathematics and Mathematics Education degrees.
- Admission (January 2011): First students admitted; first graduate with a Mathematics Education degree in May 2011.

Program Alignment and Mission:
- DSU Mission: Supports academic, career, and life goals through mathematical competencies for future endeavors. Aligned with DSU's mission to promote learning and foster economic growth.
- Mathematics Department Mission: Offers robust programs essential for various careers, contributes to general education, and prepares students for graduate-level studies.

Department Development:
- Faculty: Hired two new PhDs; shares a full-time EdD in Mathematics Education with the Education Department.
- Facilities: Moved from North Instructional Building to Snow Building, providing better facilities and study areas.

Program Goals:
- Prepare students for successful careers or graduate studies in industry/academia.
- Convey beauty and utility of mathematics; illustrate applications in modern society.
- Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop mathematical thinking and communication skills.
2. Communicate breadth and interconnectedness of mathematical sciences.
3. Use technology to support problem-solving and understanding.
4. Provide broad philosophical view of mathematical sciences.
5. Encourage and nurture mathematical science majors.

Curriculum and General Education:
- Department contributes significantly to general education goals, focusing on developing computational skills, interpreting models, constructing arguments, and applying knowledge to real-world problems.
- New minors in Mathematics and Mathematics Education added to attract more students and encourage participation.