Master of Arts in
Teaching (MAT) -
Middle Grades Education
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Overview
The MAT (masters of arts in teaching) in middle grades education is a 36-hour field-based initial certification program for grades 5-8. Course work includes 12 content area hours and 24 hours in education in the areas of middle school methods, curriculum, reading, educational psychology, growth and development, tests and measures, and special education.
ADMISSION Requirements
For admission, individuals must have:
A. Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
B. Departmental interview
C. Admission to the Clemson Graduate School
- To be considered for admission to the Graduate School candidates must submit:
- Online application
($55.00 application fee)
- Select program code 304 (Middle Grades Education) on the online application form
- Official transcripts
- Transcripts are required from prior institutions from which a degree was awarded and from which transfer credit is desired
- Two recommendations (one from immediate/prior supervisor)
- Recommendation forms may be sent to recommenders electronically from online application or you may download a PDF recommendation form to send to your recommenders to complete and return to the Graduate School
- Passing score on Praxis II content area exam
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must also submit acceptable TOEFL scores
- Schedule an interview with program coordinator
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Middle Grades Curriculum
Middle Grades Reading
Middle Grades Methods/Practicum
Middle Grades Methods/Student Teaching
Educational Tests and Measures
Advanced Educational psychology
Early Adolescent Growth and Development
Teaching Individual with Disabilities in Integrated Settings
CONTACT INFORMATION
Univ. Center 103
(864) 250-8891
