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Master of Arts in Teaching in Mathematics
The Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed for certified teachers who wish to strengthen their
background in mathematics and keep up with current information in educational theory, curriculum and research.
The program provides for both reasonable depth in the mathematics area and graduate-level exposure
in supporting disciplines.
Completion of this program fulfills the requirements for Rank II Classification.
A departmental adviser and an advisory committee must be established during the first
semester of residence.
A student portfolio is required.
(see also: Master of Arts Education with Mathematics Specialization)
Degree Requirements:
NON-THESIS TRACK ONLY
Total Course Requirements: 33 hours
MAT courses, 700 level: 3 hours
MAT courses, 600 level: 15 hours
EDU courses, 600 level: 15 hours, chosen from the following:
EDU 600 Introduction to Teacher Leadership
EDU 631 Classroom Management and Student Motivation
EDU 633 Curriculum Development
EDU 637 Instruction for Diverse Learners
EDU 639 Research to Improve Student Learning
EDU 640 Exit Seminar in Teacher Leadership
Other Degree Requirements: a student portfolio is required
Requirements for Admission:
Applicants must meet the Murray State University requirements (generally, must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution, see the MSU Graduate Bulletin, chapter 2).
Additional requirements for conditional and unconditional admission to the M.A.T. program are as follows:
Unconditional:
• Completion of requirements for teaching certification.
• Minor in mathematics.
Conditional:
See MSU requirements (MSU Graduate Bulletin, chapter 2) and conditional admission requirements for certification
(MSU Graduate Bulletin, chapter 6); and:
• Completion of requirements for teaching certification.
• At least two calculus courses and two approved upper-level mathematics courses.
• Two letters of recommendation from college teachers addressing the ability of the student to complete and M.A.T. degree in mathematics.