The Johns Hopkins Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program prepares candidates for initial certification in Maryland as elementary, secondary, or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers. Offering part-time and full-time options, the degree integrates the content and classroom experience required for certification and for effective teaching. The MAT is designed for recent graduates of bachelor or graduate degree programs in appropriate content areas, as well as mid-career professionals who desire to make a change into teaching.