Master of Arts in Teaching
Elementary Education

The M.A.T. with emphasis in: Elementary, Secondary and Early Childhood Education.

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) programs are designed for students who have completed a baccalaureate degree with content coursework appropriate to their teaching area and grade level and who are seeking a teaching certificate. M.A.T. programs have been awarded national recognition through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the Association of Childhood Education International (ACEI), the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA). Other subject areas are in process of applying for national recognition. The M.A.T. programs are delivered two ways:

1. One-year intensive programs in elementary education or secondary education.
   
2. A distance program in elementary education for those in Alaska rural communities or others who desire this flexibility.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the Master's of Arts in Teaching program requires the following:

1. A completed graduate application and $60 processing fee
2. An official transcript indicating baccalaureate degree and a GPA of 3.0
3. Official transcripts from all universities or colleges attended. These will be used for assessment of applicant’s content preparation
4. Two recommendations addressing professional dispositions for the Elementary program on specific forms provided by the UAS School of Education. Secondary program requires one recommendation addressing professional dispositions and one knowledge of content
   
5. A writing sample consisting of two individual pieces: 1) a statement of professional objectives and 2) an impromptu writing sample
6. An official copy of Praxis I exam results
7. Signed waiver form to allow potential host teachers access to student application information
8. Student information sheet; form provided by School of Education
   
9. Applicants for the M.A.T. Elementary distance program must also submit documentation of successful work with children in an elementary or early childhood school setting along with a Memorandum of Agreement from the local school district administration; form provided by the School of Education
   
10. Applicants to the M.A.T. Secondary and M.A.T. Early Childhood Education must submit a resume

To view details of the program, visit the School of Education Website.

Praxis I and II Exams

To successfully graduate from the programs, interns must pass all three sections of the Praxis I exam at state approved levels. Passing CBEST or WEST-B scores in reading, writing, and mathematics may be submitted in lieu of passing Praxis I scores.

Prior to completing the M.A.T. program, prospective teachers must pass Praxis II content exams meeting Alaska cut scores. Elementary candidates take the Praxis II exam Elementary Content Knowledge 0014.

For Secondary students, the Praxis II exam(s) will be in the content area where endorsement is desired. See your advisor for information about which content area Praxis II tests are recognized by the State of Alaska.

To view details of the program, visit the School of Education Website.

M.A.T. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY PROGRAMS, Juneau

The M.A.T. Elementary program based in Juneau and the M.A.T. Secondary program based in Juneau and also serving Sitka and other selected sites are intensive 12-month classroom-based programs designed to serve baccalaureate graduates who wish to prepare for a career in either elementary or secondary teaching. The programs operate on a one-year cycle beginning in July. Upon successful completion of one of these programs, students will receive a Master of Arts in Teaching degree and be recommended for an Alaska Initial elementary (grades K-8) or secondary (grades 7-12) teaching certificate. Certification is granted by the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

In addition to the admission requirements listed, a student teacher placement in a school district must be available for the applicant.

The Juneau M.A.T. Elementary and Secondary programs consist of an introductory summer session, two semesters of intensive internship with course work, and a following summer session. The course work is interdisciplinary, based on the latest research and theory in teacher education. The programs have four phases:

Phase One: A seven week summer session that prepares students to begin the year as teacher-interns.

Phase Two and Three:

• Elementary Students . During the public school year (end of August through the end of May), the M.A.T. student serves as an intern with a team of two teachers in an elementary school and/or middle school. In the fall semester, interns will be at their assigned school three days a week and take course work on campus two days a week plus one evening. In the spring semester, interns will be at their assigned schools four days a week and take course work on campus one day a week plus one evening.
• Secondary Students. During the public school year (end of August through the end of May), the M.A.T. student serves as an intern with a host teacher in a middle school or high school. In the fall and spring semesters, interns will be at their assigned schools four days a week and take course work on campus one day a week plus one evening.

Phase Four:

• A one-month summer session that will draw on the recent classroom experiences of students and extend their knowledge and preparation for the profession.

The application deadline for the M.A.T. Elementary and Secondary programs in Juneau is early March.

To view details of the program, visit the School of Education Website.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Juneau (2008-2009 CATALOG)

Students who enroll in the MAT Elementary Program in Juneau must show evidence of adequate course work or demonstrate knowledge in the basic content areas of history, literature, composition, math, biological science, physical science, and the arts. Placements for this program are only available in Juneau.

Minimum Credit Hours			40
Major Requirements			40
ALST	S600	Alaska Resources, People and Perspectives	3
ED	S620	Curriculum Development	3
ED	S626	Classroom Research	3
ED	S636 A, B, C	Integrated Educational Technology	6
ED	S640	Instruction in the Arts: Art, Music, and Drama	1
ED	S641	Instruction in Science, Social Studies, Physical Education and Health	2
ED	S643	Learning Theory, Development and Guidance	1
ED	S645	Designing Curiculum for Effective Instruction	1
ED	S666	Advanced Studies in the Exceptional Learner	2
ED	S680	Advanced Multicultural Education	3
ED	S681	Reading and Writing/Literacy Instruction I	3
ED	S682	Reading and Writing/Literacy Instruction II	3
ED	S686	Mathematics Instruction: Theory & Practice I	2
ED	S687	Mathematics Instruction: Theory & Practice II	2
ED	S691	Teaching Internship (Fall)	2
ED	S691	Teaching Internship II (Spring)	3
Exit Criteria Includes:
A Master's Portfolio that provides evidence that the student meets all program goals/outcomes Praxis I exam scores meeting Alaska cut scores Praxis II exam scores meeting Alaska cut scores 3.0 GPA

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Distance (2008-2009 CATALOG)

This program is offered by distance delivery methods to students in rural communities and others who desire the flexibility of a distance program. Students in this program must be self-directed learners, must have access to high speed internet connections, and must schedule time during the school year to complete weekly intensive practicum assignments as well as a semester of student teaching in an elementary or middle school. The Elementary certification program is embedded in the M.A.T. program. For more information on certification see Professional Certification Programs. This program leads to a master's degree as well as recommendation for an Alaska Initial Elementary (grades K-8) teaching certificate.

M.A.T. Elementary applicants should apply for the Elementary certificate program at the same time they apply to the M.A.T. program. Applicants should consult with an advisor for individual program scheduling. Admission Application deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: Nov. 1
Summer: April 1

Minimum Credit Hours			42
Prerequisites			15
ALST	S300	Alaska Studies	3
ED	S230	Introduction to Educational Technology*	3
ED	S304	Literature for Children and Young Adults	3
ED	S320A	Art in the K-8 Curriculum	1
ED	S320B	Physical Education in the K-8 Curriculum	1
ED	S320C	Music in the K-8 Curriculum	1
ED	S333	The Learner and the Learning Process*	3
*ED S230 and ED S333 must be completed before registering for graduate-level coursework
Major Requirements			42
ED	S615	Literacy in the Intermediate and Middle School Grades	3
ED	S616	Math Methods int he K-8 Classroom	3
ED	S617	Science Methods in the K-8 Classroom	3
ED	S618	Social Studies Methods in the K-8 Classroom	3
ED	S619	Classroom Management and Discipline	3
ED	S661	Literacy and Young Children	3
ED	S680	Advanced Multicultural Education	3
ED	S688	Student Teaching	6
ED	S692	Education Seminar	3
EDSE	S482	The Inclusive Classroom for All Children	3
Recommendation for certification will be granted upon successful completion of the above coursework and the prerequisite coursework. Students are encouraged to complete the remaining coursework required for the M.A.T. degree during their initial years as classroom teachers:
ED	S626	Classroom Research	3
ED	S698	Master's Research Project or Portfolio	3
Select one from the following (3 credits):
ED	S628	Technology in Instructional Design	3
___	S___	Advisor-approved 600-level educational technology course	3
Exit Criteria Includes:
A Master's Portfolio that provides evidence that the student meets all program goals/outcomes Praxis I exam scores meeting Alaska cut scores Praxis II exam scores meeting Alaska cut score of 143 3.0 GPA

CONTACT INFORMATION

University of Alaska Southeast
Center for Teacher Education
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Program Website: www.uas.alaska.edu/education

M.A.T. Elementary- Juneau Program Admissions Contact
Kent Kay
Ph: 907-796-6525 or 866-465-6424
Email: kent.kay@uas.alaska.edu

M.A.T. Elementary- Juneau Program Coordinator
Dr. Anne Jones
Ph: 907-796-6053
Ph: 877-465-4827 ext. 6435 (toll free)
Email: anne.jones@uas.alaska.edu

M.A.T. Elementary- Distance Program Admissions Contact
Linda Smith
Ph: 907-796-6533 or 866-465-6424
Email: linda.smith@uas.alaska.edu

M.A.T. Elementary- Distance Program Coordinator
Dr. Katy Spangler
Ph: 907-694-7019
Email: katy.spangler@uas.alaska.edu