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Graduate Bulletin
Document Number 4.02.06

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING

[1] Graduate Courses in Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

5310 ANALYSIS AND PRACTICE OF TEACHING This course prepares licensure candidates to develop instructional plans by applying their knowledge of learners and the learning process. Lecture, presentations, case discussions, and microteaching. Fall, Spring.

5320 THEORY AND PRACTICE OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT This course provides a foundation in the theory and practice of classroom management. Licensure candidates will study various models of discipline, issues in management, and effective ways to create a productive learning environment. Lecture, role playing, case discussions, and microteaching. Fall, Spring.

6310 PEDAGOGY FOR DIVERSE STUDENT POPULATIONS This course examines the dimensions of diverse populations in schools and implications for educational programming and instruction. Specifically, the course focuses on methods, curriculum models, strategies, modifications, and skills necessary for teaching diverse students. Lectures, speakers, discussions, and large and small group activities will be utilized. Spring, Summer.

5390 PRACTICUM MAT This course involves field projects, field seminars, and supervised teaching where candidates gain knowledge in pedagogical theory and gain experience in organizing instruction, in creating a productive learning environment, and in achieving professional behaviors. Prerequisite: MAT Level I admission requirements. Fall, Spring.

6699 INTERNSHIP MAT This course requires a semester of full-day participation in public schools sites at grade levels appropriate to the desired licensure level. Candidates work under the supervision of public school and university professionals. For candidates currently teaching, the placement will be their classroom. For candidates without a teaching position, the placement will be made in the public school by UCA. Prerequisite: Admission to Internship. Fall, Spring.

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