Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)

The master of arts in teaching program is an initial teacher preparation degree for those who want to obtain Oregon licensure at two of four levels of authorization: early childhood (Pre-K through grade 4), elementary (grades 3 through 8), middle (grades 5 through 9), or high school (grades 9 through 12). This includes coursework for a graduate degree and simultaneous preparation for initial licensure. Because teachers work closely with minors, admission to the School of Education M.A.T. program requires all candidates to have recent fingerprinting clearance. Thus all M.A.T. candidates must be cleared before participating in a P-12 field based experience. Candidates may not transfer credits into the program. The minimum number of hours for this degree is 36 semester hours.

Learning Outcomes

Candidates for the degree will be able to:

1. Plan instruction that supports student progress in learning in multiple subject areas and is appropriate for the early childhood, elementary, middle, or high school development levels.
2. Establish a classroom climate conducive to learning.
3. Engage students in planned learning activities.
4. Evaluate, act upon, and report student progress in learning.
5. Exhibit professional behaviors, ethics, and values.
6. Conduct and consume educational research.