A New Pathway for the Preparation of Highly Qualified Teachers: The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
Document Type
Article
Language
eng
Format of Original
9 p.
Publication Date
Summer 2004
Publisher
Taylor & Francis (Routledge)
Source Publication
Action in Teacher Education
Source ISSN
0162-6620
Abstract
This article reports on the development and initial implementation of a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree, an accelerated graduate program that encourages and scaffolds individuals with existing disciplinary expertise in entering the teaching profession. First, the context for developing the program is outlined. Next, the unique structure of the 15-month program, which consists of three blocks, is described. Expectations about students are then shared, quality control features of the program are highlighted, and the lessons we learned about program development and implementation are detailed. Finally, thoughts about the future of this program and others of its type are shared based upon our experience.
Recommended Citation
Post, Donna M.; Wise, Kevin C.; Henk, Bill; McIntyre, John D.; and Hillkirkm, R. Keith, "A New Pathway for the Preparation of Highly Qualified Teachers: The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)" (2004). College of Education Faculty Research and Publications. 117.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/edu_fac/117
Comments
Accepted version. Action in Teacher Education, Vol. 26, No. 2 (Summer 2004): 24-32. DOI. © 2004 Taylor & Francis (Routledge). Used with permission.
William (Bill) Hank was affiliated with Southern Illinois University at the time of publication.