Master of Arts in Teaching – Middle Level Education 4-8 Online
This online MAT program gives you the knowledge and confidence to navigate the unique challenges of middle school grades. Whether you want to transition to teach middle school or want to become a second-career teacher, you will learn strategies to help teen and preteen students succeed in the classroom.
Program Overview
An in-depth look at A-State's MAT in middle level education online program
Help students continue to learn as they transition from young children to their teenage years with the Master of Arts in Teaching – Middle Level Education 4-8 online program from Arkansas State University. Delivered with 100% online coursework, this master’s program provides you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the unique challenges of teaching middle school grades.
Whether you want to formalize your teaching experience or transition to teaching middle level students, this Master of Arts in Teaching online program will enhance your understanding of education and give you the pedagogical skills that are essential to fully engage adolescent students in the classroom.
Examine theories and research on the developmental and educational needs of the middle level learner in this program with 100% online coursework. Explore strategies for teaching individual content areas and classroom organizational practices. Apply theories and models of reading for effective literacy instruction while delving into the latest advancements in educational software and websites. Through research-based teaching practices specific to students ages 9 through 15, you will discover instructional best practices to help them develop strong study habits needed to succeed in middle school, high school and beyond.
The LEARNS Executive Order stipulates that the Arkansas Department of Education must develop a plan to ensure that all teacher candidates completing an Arkansas-approved teacher preparation program must participate in a one-year residency by 2027. Currently, the A-State Educator Preparation Programs are updating their coursework and clinical experiences in order to meet this expectation.
In this online MAT program, you will:
- Learn to effectively teach at the middle education level
- Understand theories and apply strategies for classroom teaching and management
- Utilize effective teaching methodologies for diverse populations
- Incorporate technology into educational methods
- Understand the young adolescent and apply effective teaching strategies in a specific curriculum area
- Learn to effectively teach at the middle education level
- Understand theories and apply strategies for classroom teaching and management
- Utilize effective teaching methodologies for diverse populations
- Incorporate technology into educational methods
- Understand the young adolescent and apply effective teaching strategies in a specific curriculum area
As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for middle level education roles, such as:
- Classroom Teacher
- Teacher Coach
- Classroom Teacher
- Teacher Coach
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Accreditation
Accredited by CAEP
Tuition
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Our MAT – Middle Level Education 4-8 online program offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for all U.S. residents. All fees are included.
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Our MAT – Middle Level Education 4-8 online program is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, with accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note that the internship course lasts a full semester and only starts in Fall 1 and Spring 1 of terms.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 1 | 5/28/24 | 5/14/24 | 5/17/24 | 5/23/24 | 5/24/24 | 6/27/24 |
| Summer 2 | 7/2/24 | 6/18/24 | 6/21/24 | 6/27/24 | 6/28/24 | 8/1/24 |
| Fall 1 | 8/20/24 | 8/5/24 | 8/9/24 | 8/15/24 | 8/16/24 | 10/4/24 |
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
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Admissions
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A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Teaching certification is NOT required to be admitted into our MAT – Middle Level Education 4-8 online program. Students interested in this program must meet the following requirements for admission and plan to teach at a public school within the state of Arkansas.
Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- Official transcripts
- Bachelor's degree
- A baccalaureate degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75 on a 4.00 scale from an accredited institution, or a 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of coursework (undergraduate, graduate or a combination of both).
- Praxis: Pass at least one Praxis Middle School content exams (Reading Language Arts 5047, Mathematics 5164, Science 5442, and/or Social Studies 5089 (pass scores 153, 141, 140, 149 respectively).
Additional Licensure Information:
- Passing the identified program pedagogy assessment, identified in the Teacher Education Handbook, is required for licensure. Additionally, other requirements for licensure are detailed in the Teacher Education Handbook.
- Prior to graduation, HIST 3083 - History of Arkansas (or equivalent transfer course) - must be completed if pursuing Social Studies licensure Only MLED who need AR History are Social Studies.
- Prior to the internship, ELSE 3643 - Exceptional Student in the Regular Classroom (or equivalent transfer course) - must be completed.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Provide documentation of an Approved Arkansas State Police (ASP) and FBI Background Check and the Arkansas Child Maltreatment Background Check
- Verify no conviction of a felony or crimes listed in the Teacher Education Handbook
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete online application
- Pay the non-refundable $30 fee
- Send official transcript(s) from the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the sending institution.
- Submit Praxis exam scores for Middle School content exam
Submit all documents to:
A-State Online
P.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Learn more about the classes in your MAT in Middle Level Education 4-8 online program
Students in the MAT – Middle Level Education 4-8 online program must complete 39 credit hours of coursework, including 10 online courses (30 credit hours) and a teacher education internship (nine credit hours). Those seeking Arkansas Licensure must complete two additional courses (read more details below).
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.
Students in this program must complete the following courses (39 credit hours).
This program is only offered to those who are planning to teach at a public school within the state of Arkansas.
As licensure requirements may change without notice, it is the responsibility of the student to confirm the requirements for licensure in his/her state as it applies to the participation in an out-of-state degree program.