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The program leading to the degree of Master of Arts
in Teaching is designed for students who are planning to teach in elementary, middle
or high schools and those wishing to do advanced study in the field of education.
The M.A.T. program combines study in the field of the student’s academic interest;
the specific teaching field for students preparing to teach at the secondary or middle
school levels, broader liberal arts and sciences subjects for students preparing
to teach at the elementary level; with experience in teaching and the study of educational
theory. The departments of biological sciences, chemistry, English, French, geology,
history, mathematics, physics and Spanish actively cooperate with the Department
of Education and Child Study in administering the various graduate programs.
The Department of Education and Child Study uses a variety
of schools and settings to provide opportunities for observation, service learning,
and classroom teaching experiences. These include the laboratory elementary school
operated by the college, the public schools of Northampton and other area communities,
as well as several private schools.
Students who follow the Master of Arts in teaching program
will, in the course of an intensive five-week summer session and a full-time academic
year, be able to complete the state-approved program in teacher education enabling
them to meet requirements for licensure in various states.
Admission prerequisites and course requirements vary
depending upon specific program; more detailed information may be obtained from the
director of graduate programs.
Prospective candidates should have a superior undergraduate
record and should present evidence of personal qualifications for effective teaching.
Those interested in the MAT in secondary or middle school teaching should also possess
an appropriate concentration -- normally a major -- in the subject of the teaching
field. All applicants should submit a paper or other piece
of work that is illustrative of their writing. Applicants with teaching experience
should include a letter of recommendation concerning their teaching.
To qualify for a degree, the candidate must obtain a
grade of B– or better in all courses or seminars, although a grade of C in
one four-credit course may be permitted on departmental recommendation. Courses for
graduate credit may not be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
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Master
of Arts
in Teaching
Master
of Education
of the Deaf
Master
of Fine Arts
in Dance
Master
of Fine Arts
in Playwriting
Master
of Science in
Biological Sciences
Master
of Science in
Exercise and Sport
Studies
Cooperative
Ph.D.
Program
Master/Ph.D.
of
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