Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is an option for those without formal training in the field of education who wish to enter the teaching profession. It is well suited to recent graduates and to those seeking to change careers. A graduate of this program will meet state teacher certification requirements. (Although not an M.A.T. program requirement, the Maryland State Department of Education additionally requires that all applicants for state teaching licensure successfully complete the PRAXIS II exam. Most students take PRAXIS II during their final semester of program course work.)
Program Tracks
There are two program tracks available-- General Education and Special Education —with multiple areas of concentration. The General Education track may be completed as a one-year or two-year program. The Special Education Track is currently available as a two-year program.
The one-year program requires a full-time commitment to courses and field placement. This program will encompass a summer semester, fall semester and an extended spring semester.
Two-year programs allow students to design a course load to fit their schedule (generally 1-3 courses per semester). Please note that two-year program students must be able to participate in a minimum of 8 hours of daytime field experience per course during the fall and spring semesters, complete substantial daytime observation/participation hours (110 hours, usually 1 day per week) along with Internship I, and become full-time for Internship II in the 18-week extended final semester.
General Education
Special Education
Field Placements and Internships
Field placements and internships are completed in local public professional development schools in partnership with the university. Please note that all placements must be completed in subject areas and grade levels appropriate to the declared certification track in the MAT.
Understanding of assessment literacy, demonstrated evidence of pre-kindergarten through 12th grade student learning, and development of essential dispositions for educators are integrated throughout the program and assessed in the final semester.
Portfolios
The development and presentation of a portfolio that demonstrates attainment of national performance standards will take the place of a master's thesis. Guidance in portfolio development is an integral part of the program.
College of Education
Hawkins Hall, Room 304
Phone: 410-704-2570
Fax: 410-704-2733 |
