Master of Arts in Teaching

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Master of Arts in Teaching

Westminster University
Westminster University
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Introduction

Master of Arts in Teaching is a Masters program taught at Westminster University, USA. Intake: Fall semester. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Four semesters (program completion for MAT in Elementary Edu) options.

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is an integrated degree program that leads to licensure for students who already have earned a bachelor’s degree. It combines classroom instruction with extensive experience in diverse K–12 classrooms. Students study learners and their development, impactful curriculum design, effective assessment methods, classroom management, reflective teaching practice, and culture and society.

A distinctive focus prepares graduates to teach all students using effective, differentiated teaching strategies. Students learn how to design curriculum that connects to the knowledge and skills of students and their families. Student teaching is a full-time, 12-week experience. Students must complete all MAT courses before they are eligible to student teach, and they must meet licensure-related requirements such as passing state-mandated assessments and completing educator endorsement requirements.

Modules

  • MAT 600
  • MAT 602
  • MAT 605
  • MAT 607
  • MAT 630
  • MAT 631
  • MAT 632
  • MAT 633
  • MAT 636
  • MAT 637
  • MAT 639
  • MAT 640

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Arts in Teaching at Westminster University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Westminster University.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Westminster University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Arts in Teaching.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Entrance to a teacher education program requires a transcript demonstrating a 3.0 cumulative GPA.

Current federal regulations require that a criminal background check and fingerprint assessment be passed before applicants can be recommended for licensure.

  • Formal admission to the MAT Program does not guarantee a recommendation for licensure.
  • Recommendation for licensure is made only upon successful completion of the MAT degree requirements, achieving a passing score on state-mandated assessments, and completing all state-mandated educator endorsement requirements.

Scholarships

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.

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