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Nov 21, 2024
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2016-17 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Master of Arts in Teaching Program (MAT)
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The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is offered in two formats: the full-time program, which is a thirteen-month program beginning in June and ending the following July and the two-year program, which is a twenty-one-month program beginning in Fall. Students progress through the program in a cohort arrangement: they enter together, enroll in the same classes, and finish together as a community of learners. In addition to receiving the MAT degree, students who complete the program qualify for an Oregon teaching license.
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Admission requirements include a baccalaureate degree in a field appropriate to the endorsement area and authorization level. These requirements do not specify a particular undergraduate major for the early childhood/elementary (multiple subjects) program. Applicants to the elementary/middle school (multiple/single subjects) program must select one of the four core subject areas (mathematics, science, language arts, social studies) and show competency in their area by completing a major in the subject area or passing the appropriate National Evaluation Series (NES) Specialty Area Test. Those applying to the middle/high school (single subject) program should complete an undergraduate major in the subject they plan to teach (e.g., English or math). In addition to a major, specific courses in the subject area are required. Please contact the School of Education for the appropriate list of courses.
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Applicants to the early childhood/elementary and elementary/middle school programs are required to earn 12 credits (C- or better) in each of the following areas: a) social studies with at least one course in each of the following: history, geography, and a behavioral science; b) sciences with at least one course in the following: a biological science and a physical science; and c) language arts with at least one course in the following: communication, writing, and English literature.
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Applicants to the program are required to have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the most recent 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours of undergraduate work. Applicants to the middle/high school authorization levels must also have at least a 3.0 GPA in all graduate and undergraduate coursework in their endorsement area. 4.
Admission requirements include a passing score on a basic skills or specialty subject area test. Students may choose the Essential Academic Skills Test (EAS), California Basic Skills Test (CBEST), Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST), or the appropriate National Evaluation Series (NES) Specialty Area Test.
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Individuals planning to apply for early childhood/elementary and elementary/middle school programs must complete MTH 211 , 212 , 213 before entering the full-time program or the second year of the two-year program.
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The program requires applicants to document successful experiences working with children or adolescents in small or large group settings, preferably within public schools. This is a very important requirement for program admission. The School of Education recommends that students consider taking one or two undergraduate courses related to education. Courses such as ED 251 and 252 offer academic and field-based opportunities for students to explore interest in the teaching profession. 7.
Specialty subject area tests are required for licensure and program completion. Please contact the School of Education for details.
Sequence of Courses and Fieldwork
The first and last stages of the program take place during the summer and consist primarily of instruction. Fall through spring terms comprise field experiences and courses on campus. The curriculum is a combination of theory, research, pedagogy, content, and process, all of which are woven throughout the program. MAT Instructional Courses
(44 credits)
MAT Field Experience
(24 credits)
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