Elementary Education Master of Arts in Teaching Program
The University of Alaska Southeast graduate teacher education programs for candidates seeking an initial teaching certificate with a K-8 endorsement is available through the Elementary Certificate Program or the Elementary Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Distance technology, a university mentor and practicum experience in the local elementary or middle school allow qualified candidates to complete this program in their local communities throughout Alaska. The program is available only to students in urban and rural Alaskan communities.
The program consists of a series of courses that lead to a capstone student teaching and portfolio preparation experience. The courses are delivered by a variety of distance methods, using the internet and other computer-mediated systems, audio-conferences, DVDs and traditional correspondence methods.
Classes that meet as a group take place in the late afternoon or early evening to accommodate the school day. Our candidates work with faculty and become colleagues with other candidates all across Alaska through extensive use of e-mail and computer conferencing.
At least six courses, known as practicum classes, require regular work in the classroom and are supervised by local teachers who volunteer their time. During practicum experiences, we expect our candidates to make a genuine and positive contribution to the local school. The final semester of full-time student teaching and the the preparation of a teaching portfolio will allow you to demonstrate that you have met the Alaska Teacher Standards.
The MAT results in a teaching certificate and a graduate degree. Students who enter the certificate program may apply to the MAT program as all certificate courses are part of the MAT program. The certificate program may be completed in 3 to 4 intensive semesters, or may be spread out for as long as 7 years. Students who choose the MAT will need at least a year following certification to complete their remaining coursework and portfolio. We assist our candidates in planning flexible programs that meet their individual needs.
Contact Information
Program Coordinator
Dr. Katy Spangler
Professor of Elementary Education
P.O. Box 773354
Eagle River, Alaska 99577
907-694-7019
907-694-8797 fax
katy.spangler@uas.alaska.edu
For Southeast Alaska students:
Dr. Anne Jones
School of Education (HA-1)
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
907-796-6053
Tollfree: 1-866-465-6424
Fax: 907-796-6059
Tollfree fax: 1-866-465-5159
anne.jones@uas.alaska.edu
Program Assistant
Linda Smith
School of Education, HA1
University of Alaska Southeast
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
907-796-6533
907-796-6059 fax
linda.smith@uas.alaska.edu
All education programs through the School of Education at University of Alaska Southeast are accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, a performance-based teacher accrediting body for schools, colleges, and departments of education recognized by the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, the U.S. Department of Education, and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.