Shippensburg University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Arts in Teaching in Science Education

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Science Education program leads to both a master‘s degree as well as teacher certification via the Pennsylvania Department of Education. It is designed for those who hold a degree in a scientific discipline who wish to teach middle or high school level science. Students will complete a sequence of six courses to teach research-based principles of safe and effective science instruction as well as a twelve-week student teaching practicum. Students will also complete and present a research project and comprehensive teaching portfolio.

The 30-credit MAT is designed to meet the needs of working professionals within online and Saturday classes and can be completed in 18 months. Cohorts of 10-15 students will complete a sequence of six modules using a combination of monthly face-to-face meetings at the Dixon University Center in Harrisburg, online interactions, and videoconferencing. Each module will be three credit hours. At the beginning of the program, students will be assigned an experienced science teacher in a local school as a mentor and approximately 25 hours of observation and co-teaching per module will be required.

During the 12-week student teaching practicum (12 credits), students will implement principles from the modules and assume responsibilities for planning, instruction, and assessment. Two capstone projects, a professional portfolio and the results of a research project, will be presented at the end of the program.

Accreditation:

Shippensburg University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, AACSB International, ABET Inc., American Chemical Society, Council on Social Work Education, Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, International Association of Counseling Services, Council for Exceptional Children and by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teachers.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must: 1) Have earned a bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline from an accredited institution; 2) Have official undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcripts sent to Shippensburg University; 3) Submit a completed application and statement of intent summarizing motivations and goals for entering the teaching profession; 4) Two Letters of Recommendation 5) Achieve passing scores on two teacher certification exams that are required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test and Praxis II Subject Assessment. Applicants may be conditionally admitted if PRAXIS scores are pending.

# of Credits Required:

30

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

PA Resident $416.00 Non-Resident $624.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Distant Town

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999