MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING WITH SECONDARY TEACHER CERTIFICATION
Welcome to Oakland University!
Congratulations on your decision to join the profession of teaching.
As
the professional world continues to demand higher levels of knowledge and advanced degrees, graduate
study is a wise and sophisticated step towards your career goal. Oakland University’s Master of Arts in
Teaching with Secondary Teacher certification offers the opportunity for those with a bachelor’s degree to
pursue 6-12 teacher certification and receive a master degree. This program combines Oakland University’s
excellent reputation for teacher preparation with a convenient evening and weekend course schedule.
Please read through the information in this packet to learn the specifics on the Master of Arts in Teaching
with Secondary Teacher Certification (MAT) program including application requirements, majors and
minors offered at Oakland University and MAT course sequence.
The first step to determine your readiness for the program is to have your transcripts evaluated by an
Education Adviser. Return the "Transcript Review and Program Profile Request" form, on page 5, along
with unofficial copies of your transcripts. An adviser will determine how many credits you have taken in
your previous coursework that will count toward the minimum one major and one minor required to begin
the MAT program.
You may also be interested in attending an information session. You can find a list of meeting dates at
www.oakland.edu/pd or by calling 248-370-4192
Master of Arts in Teaching with Secondary Teacher certification application materials can be found at
www.oakland.edu/grad. You will send all documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
If you have further questions, or would like to make an appointment to meet, please contact me directly via
phone or E-mail.
Sincerely,
Holly Reed, Project Manager
School of Education and Human Services
Professional Development and Education Outreach
(248) 370-4192 PHONE
(248)370-3137 FAX
[email protected]
Professional Development and Education Outreach
School of Education and Human Services 2200 N. Squirrel Road
373 Pawley Hall
Rochester, MI 48309-4494
Professional Development and Education Outreach
School of Education and Human Services Rochester, MI 48309-4494
(248) 370-3033 phone (248) 370-3137 fax www.oakland.edu/profdev
Master of Arts in Teaching with Secondary Teacher Certification
Oakland County Program
MAY 1 IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR FALL 2009.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Teaching with Secondary Certification (MAT Secondary) program is designed as a quality, two year, teacher training program for adults who have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. The program combines teacher education course work augmented by three field placements in local schools. At the completion of the program, students will have earned a teaching certificate as well as graduate credit toward a master’s degree. The full master’s degree can be completed following certification.
Classes are held in the evening and on scheduled Saturdays, except for the final semester of student teaching. Courses are taken as a cohort group with coursework beginning in the fall semester.
Who should apply
Individuals who want to pursue a career in teaching grades 6-12, who already have a bachelor's degree and who have or are willing to acquire a teachable major and minor as well as meet additional entrance requirements.
Application requirements
• Application for Admission to Graduate Study • Two Letters of Recommendation
• Goal statement - In two pages or less, please include a short biography, your professional goals, and respond to the following questions:
o What experiences have led you to believe you would enjoy teaching (middle or high school) students?
o What abilities do you have that lead you to believe you can manage a classroom?
o Specifically, what grade levels and/or areas of the curriculum do you hope to teach? Why? o What knowledge, experience or personal attributes do you have that would benefit your students? o What do you hope to accomplish in a teaching career? Or what do you hope to accomplish in
your career life long.
• Felony/Misdemeanor Disclosure form
• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate coursework • Résumé
• Experience Working with Children Form(s) - Thirty (30) hours of non-custodial experience required
(experience may be applied to this requirement if it has been accrued within three years prior to starting
the MAT Secondary Teacher Certification Program)
• Scores for Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Basic Skills. See www.mttc.nesinc.com to register for the MTTC Basic Skills test.
Admission requirements*
• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or better (improved grades in recent coursework will be considered).
• Passing scores on the MTTC Basic Skills and subject area tests.
• A 2.5 minimum grade in each course applying to major or minor teaching endorsements. Additional major and minor courses may be necessary for individuals whose prior coursework does not include sufficient credits for the core competencies set by the Michigan Department of Education for teaching a major and minor content area.
Individual interviews may be conducted in addition to these requirements.
*Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission into the program.
FAQ’s
How do I apply to the program?
Apply online at www.oakland.edu/grad - or print a paper application. Click on List of Graduate Programs and go to Secondary Education, M.A.T. On this website you can find a list of application requirements.
Once Graduate Admissions receives all necessary materials, application files are forwarded to the appropriate academic department for review by faculty and/or staff. Academic recommendations are made to Graduate Admissions where a final decision on the application for admission is made. Applicants are notified of the decision by letter.
What are the field experience requirements?
One of the strengths of Oakland University's teacher preparation programs is field experience in the schools throughout the coursework. Participants receive varied experiences working with school-age children and have an opportunity to apply coursework to the teaching environment.
During the course of the program and prior to the student teaching internship
• Students will complete a minimum of 100 hours of field experience to observe instruction and classroom management, work with students, and implement lessons.
• Fields and the student teaching internship are arranged by Oakland University. Limited after-school and Saturday field experiences may be available.
How long is student teaching?
• 12 weeks (one semester) of full-time, daytime student teaching is required in the final semester • Student teaching includes all school-related activities.
What are the Major and Minor Endorsement areas available at Oakland University?
In addition to the program courses, you are required by the Michigan Department of Education to have a
Transcript Review and Program Profile Request
OU MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING ‐ SECONDARY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Oakland University is approved to provide teacher certification for the majors and minors listed.
To have your transcripts reviewed:
• Complete the Request for Program Profile for the MAT SECONDARY (6-12 grade) program. • Indicate your expected major and minor.
• Return the form and copies of your transcripts to the Professional Development office. Unofficial copies are sufficient at this time.
A Transcript review is based on an evaluation of your transcripts. It will identify those courses you have already taken, and list the courses needed to complete the major and minor you have identified.
MAJOR MINOR History History
English English Mathematics Mathematics Social Studies (must have History major)
Biology Biology Chemistry Chemistry Physics Physics Integrated Science (must have Biology,
Chemistry or Physics major)
Modern Languages (k-12): Modern Languages (6-12):
French French German German Spanish Spanish
Political Science Sociology
Transcript Review and Program Profile Request
OU MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING ‐ SECONDARY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
To have an advisor review your transcripts for subject areas (major and minor) and readiness to begin the Master of Arts in Teaching with Secondary Teacher Certification Program, please fill in the information below and send or fax the documents requested.
Name Address
City___________________________________________ State__________ZIP________________________ Phone (day)_______________________ Phone (evening)_________________________________________ E-mail
A list of majors and minors offered at Oakland University is on page 3.
Major ____________________________________ Minor_________________________________________ I have attended the following educational institutions. Please list all institutions.
Institution Dates Attended Degree (if granted)
• In order to do a complete evaluation of your prior coursework, we will need a transcript from every college or university you have attended. Unofficial transcripts are sufficient at this time.
• Official transcripts will be necessary if you apply. • Send or fax this sheet and all of your transcripts to:
Oakland University
Professional Development and Education Outreach 2200 N. Squirrel Road
373 Pawley Hall Rochester, MI 48309-4494
Phone: (248) 370-3033 FAX: (248) 370-3137
OU MAT Secondary Certification Program Schedule and Sequence
Course Term/Year Credits
TD 500 Fall 2
Introduction to School & Society
TD 501 Fall 3
Learning Theory
TD 520 Winter 3
Instructional Interaction and Classroom Management
RDG 538 Winter 4
Reading in the Content Area
TD 519 Summer I 3
Schools, Students and Educational Equity
IST 630 Summer II 2
Intro to Technology Applications in the Classroom
TD 521 Fall 3
Instructional Design and Assessment
TD 528 Fall 3
Secondary Teaching Methods
TD 559 Winter 10
Student Teaching
TD 556 Winter 2
Student Teaching Seminar SE 521
Serving Students with Special Needs Winter 3 in Education
TOTAL 38 Credits
SECONDARY CERTIFICATION COURSEWORK COMPLETED GRADUATE DEGREE – 8 CREDITS MINIMUM
EST 601 Introduction to Educational Studies 3 EST 609 Collaborative Action Research 5
