The Master of Arts in Teaching
Program Description
The
Masters of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) is an interdisciplinary degree option
within the Teacher Education degree program.
The M.A.T. is intended for graduates from accredited colleges or
universities with an undergraduate major in humanities or social sciences who
have few, if any, formal courses in education.
It is available only to those individuals who have not earned licensure
and who are seeking certification in the teaching field in which they wish to
earn the degree.
The
program will include graduate work in the teaching pedagogy and advanced
professional education coursework in one of the following areas: Art Education, English Education,
Mathematics Education, Middle Grades Education, Music Education, Physical
Education, and Social Studies/History.
A 3-hour (10 week) internship is required if the candidate is not
employed as a lateral entry teacher.
Although other program areas may
be considered, the following undergraduate programs are determined to be most
compatible with the selected graduate program of study:
· Art Education: B.F.A., B.S., or B.A. degree in studio art.
· Middle Grades Education: English, Mathematics, History,
Economics, Political Science
· Music Education: Music
· Physical Education: Exercise and Sports Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Recreation, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology
· Secondary English Education: English
· Secondary Mathematics Education: Mathematics
· Secondary Social Studies Education: History, Political Science
The Master of Arts in Teaching
degree program was been developed according to Standards for Program Approval
by the North Carolina Department of Education.
It addresses the North Carolina Master’s/Advanced Competencies, which
include standards in Instructional Expertise, Knowledge of Learners, Research
Expertise, Connecting Subject Matter and Learners, and Professional
Development. The graduate program
incorporates the conceptual framework that is common to all teacher education
programs at UNCP.
Program Goals
Upon completion of the
graduate M.A.T. program, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate breadth of general knowledge, as well as depth of knowledge, in the selected discipline area necessary for effective instructional decision-making.
2. Demonstrate a well-articulated knowledge of elementary, middle or secondary school communities and issues that impact teaching.
3. Exhibit knowledge of and show respect toward diverse cultural values and exceptionalities;
4. Communicate effectively in Standard English both verbally and in written format.
5. Adapt instructional strategies to the developmental and learning needs of individuals, including students with special needs and students from culturally diverse backgrounds.
6. Establish a classroom climate conducive to the learning, social, and emotional needs of students at the middle school level.
7. Choose objectives consistent with state and local curriculum guidelines, the learning needs of students, and guidelines established by learned societies.
8. Utilize technology in ways that enhance teaching and learning experiences.
9. Employ and analyze appropriate assessments and evaluative procedures.
10. Establish a pattern of reflective practice and scholarly inquiry culminating in confidence, professionalism, and effectiveness in the role of teacher.
11. Demonstrate knowledge of the history, philosophy and sociology of public education pertaining to the demonstration of best practices in education
The
M.A.T. program includes a minimum of 18 semester hours of graduate work in the
teaching pedagogy and professional education coursework plus 18 hours in
advanced coursework in a content-specific area, for a total of 36 hours. If the student is not employed in a teaching
capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry), a 3-hour internship
is required for a total of 39 semester hours.
Descriptions of the courses
included in the M.A.T. program are listed elsewhere in this catalog: under the
M.A.Ed. program (for EDN courses) and under the M.A. programs in Art Education,
English Education, Mathematics Education, Music Education, Physical Education,
and Social Studies Education (for ART, ENG, EED, MAT, CSC, MUS, EXER, HST, and
SSE courses).
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
WITH ART SPECIALIZATION
Graduate Art Education Director: Ann Horton-Lopez
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Art Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise EDN 580 Effective Instructional Practices ART 505 The Teaching of Art History
in the Art Education Classroom |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* ART 5xx Internship in the Art Classroom |
3 |
|
Art
Specialty Area ART 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 506 |
18 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
WITH MIDDLE GRADES SPECIALIZATION
Graduate Middle Grades Education Director: Janet Fortune
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Middle Grades Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development EDN 526 Foundations and Curriculum |
15 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise (Courses vary with selected specialty area.) Language Arts 6-9: EED 551 The Teaching of Writing: Theories, Issues, and Practices EED 552 The Teaching of Literature: Theories, Issues, and Practices Mathematics 6-9: MAT 500 Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Math Education MAT 501 Theoretical Bases of Mathematics Instruction Social Studies 6-9: SSE 550 Social Studies Curriculum Transformation SSE 548 Advanced Social Studies
Methods |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* EDN 576 Internship in Middle Level Schools |
3 |
|
Specialty
Area (Select one specialty area
concentration.) A. Language Arts Select 15 hours from: ENG 510, 520, SPE 523, ENG 544, 545, 550, 575, 581, 583, 585, 589, ENGS 5xx, EED 500 B. Mathematics MAT 503; Select two courses: MAT 523, 532, 544 Select one course: MAT 512, 515, 526 Select one course: MAT 510, 511 Select one course: MAT 502, 506, 507, CSC 505 C. Social Studies 3 hours course from: HST 510**, or HST 520, or AIS 505 6 hours from two different categories: HSTS 500-519; HST 520-539; 540-599 6 hours from two different areas: Geography, Political Science, American Indian Studies, Economics, Psychology **HST 510 is the preferred option;
however, student with undergraduate coursework in N.C. History may select
from HST 520 or AIS 505 |
15 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
WITH MUSIC SPECIALIZATION
Graduate Music Education Director: Janita K. Byars
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Music Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise EDN 580 Effective Instructional Practices MUS 564 Applied Contemporary Instructional
Methodology |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* MUSI 5xx Internship in Music |
3 |
|
Music
Specialty Area MUS 565 Applied Philosophy & Leadership of Music Education MUS 599 Portfolio Project MUS 573/576 Graduate Ensemble MUS 529 Graduate Conducting MUS 534 Advanced Arranging MUS 595 Advanced Study in Music History & Literature MUS 530 Rehearsal Strategies MUSP 550/587 Applied Music or
MUSP 500/537 Applied Music |
18 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
WITH PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION
Graduate Physical Education Director: Tommy Thompson
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Physical Education Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise EDN 580 Effective Instructional Practices EXER 506 Current Trends, Issues, and Methods in
PE/Sports |
6 |
|
Professional
Development EDNI 5xx Internship in Physical Education* EXER 599 Capstone |
6 |
|
Physical
Education Specialty Area EXER 501, 502, 503, 505, 507 |
15 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
WITH SECONDARY SPECIALIZATIONS
Graduate English Education Director: Patricia D. Valenti
Graduate Mathematics Education Director: William Truman
Graduate Social Studies Education Director: Scott C. Billingsley
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with English Education (9-12) Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise EED 551 The Teaching of Writing: Theories, Issues, and Practices EED 552 The Teaching of
Literature: Theories, Issues, and
Practices |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* ENG 5xx Internship in Secondary Schools |
3 |
|
Academic
Specialization (Courses must be approved by advisor.) Select six courses from the following: ENG 510, 520, SPE 523, ENG 544,
545, 550, 575, 581, 583, 585, 589, ENGS 5xx |
18 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Mathematics Education (9-12)
Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise MAT 500 Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Math Education MAT 501 Theoretical Bases of
Mathematics Instruction |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* MAT 5xx Internship in Secondary Schools |
3 |
|
Academic
Specialization (Courses must be approved by advisor.) MAT 503 Select two courses: MAT 523, 532, 544 Select one course: MAT 512, 515, 526 Select one course: MAT 510, 511 Select one course:
MAT 502, 506, 507, CSC 505 |
18 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).
|
Requirements
for Master of Arts in Teaching with Social Studies Education (9-12) Specialization |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Professional
Core EDN 566 Applied Educational Research EDN 550 Advanced Educational Psychology EDN 512 Advanced Study of Exceptionality in Children EDN 582 Instructional Development |
12 |
|
Pedagogical
Expertise SSE 550 Social Studies Curriculum Transformation SSE 548 Advanced Social Studies Methods |
6 |
|
Professional
Development* SSE 5xx Internship in Secondary Schools |
3 |
|
Academic
Specialization (Courses must be approved by advisor.) HST 500 Select one course from each category: HSTS 500-519; HST 520-539, 540-599 Select one course from each area: Geography Political Science American Indian Studies |
18 |
|
|
Total:
36-39* |
*Required if the student is not employed in a teaching capacity in a North Carolina Public school (lateral entry).