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Our MAT program is for individuals looking to obtain initial New York State teaching
certification. This program is NOT for individuals who are already certified to teach.
To apply, click here.
If you are already certified to teach, check out our advanced programs here.
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Overview
Our initial preparation programs in adolescence education are designed for students
who have an undergraduate degree in one or more academic disciplines (English, mathematics,
history or a social science, social studies, biology, chemistry, geology/earth science,
physics) and seek a master’s degree and NYS teaching certification to teach that
subject in grades 7-12. Students who complete the degree are eligible for initial
certification (see Teacher Certification for more information).
Prospective and currently-enrolled MAT students interested in adding on Adolescence Special Education certification can simultaneously enroll in the advanced certificate program. Students
should first consult with their advisor and Tami Mann and then can apply by emailing this Add-On Certificate Application to tlel@binghamton.edu.
*Please note that at this time, the Adolescence Education MAT Programs are offered
in-person only.
Program Requirements
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) programs consist of a minimum of 35 graduate
credits, with 21 credits in TLEL, 8 credits in the academic discipline, and 6 credits
of supervised internships. Students complete core courses plus one full day per week
of fieldwork prior to the internship. The internship is by admission only; students’
academic work must be satisfactory, and students must demonstrate positive dispositions for teaching in both academic courses and in fieldwork before being admitted to student teaching.
Culminating Paper/Project Requirement
All MAT, end-of-program, discipline-specific SEC 594 courses require at least one
teaching unit to be planned, implemented and evaluated in the concurrent supervised
internship. These units are a required component for SEC 594 course grades and are
also scored for AAQEP purposes using a common, cross-program TLEL rubric.
Connect with a Member of our Admissions Team
- General Inquiries: If you are interested in learning more about one of our programs, please contact tlel@binghamton.edu.
- Application Process or Transcript Review: To learn more about the application process or a transcript review, please contact
our Admissions and Certification Advisor, Tami Mann.
- Start Your Application Today: To start your application click here.
Plan of Study
The plan of study for each of the MAT programs provides students and advisors with
a form to guide students through the requirements.
- MAT (all subject areas)
Accelerated/4+1 Programs
The MAT accelerated/4+1 programs within TLEL allows you to take undergraduate coursework
for your first three years, then get a head start on your graduate coursework during
your senior year. In your fourth (senior) year, you combine bachelor- and master-level
courses into your schedule and graduate with your bachelor’s degree. In your fifth
year, you are admitted to the Graduate School and focus solely on the coursework to
complete your master’s degree. TLEL MAT accelerated/4+1 programs include:
- BA in Mathematical Sciences/ MAT Math Adolescent Education
If you are interested in applying to one of our accelerated/4+1 programs, please reach
out to a member of TLEL's Admissions Team by contacting tlel@binghamton.edu.
Required Courses
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LTRC 519 - Disciplinary Literacy
This course is designed to assist content area teachers in developing a full picture
of adolescent literacy and understanding the literacy demands of content area courses.
Teachers will learn about theoretical models of adolescent development and the role
of literacy in learning in the 21st century. Teachers will study classroom practices
that help diverse students connect new information to prior knowledge, use knowledge
of vocabulary and text structure to support comprehension, use writing to deepen understanding
of and communication about their content, and use multiple forms of literacy to enhance
learning. Teachers will design and prepare materials to use in their own subject area.
Fieldwork is required as per the syllabus. Offered: semester varies. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SEC 500 - Foundations Of Secondary Educ
This course will be taught from an interdisciplinary perspective, focusing on the
cognitive, social, historical, economic, and other social influences on the ways in
which secondary education has evolved over time and linking that perspective to current
issues in education. While much of your professional education will prepare you for
careers with an emphasis on pedagogical skills and academic content knowledge, this introductory course will attempt to situate that knowledge within
a larger framework; the processes and contexts that have shaped and continue to influence
secondary education in the U.S.
Offered: fall. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SEC 502 - ESL For Content Area Teachers
This class focuses on application of principles of second language acquisition
to promote language, literacy and academic development in content area classrooms.
This course will cover the functions and features of academic language and examine
general types of academic language used in subject areas. During the course, various
teaching strategies and techniques will be explored to support English language learners’
development of content knowledge, thinking skills, communication skills, and literacy
skills. The needs of English language learners will be highlighted.
Offered: spring. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SEC 510 - Adol Dev & Cult Respon Pract
Framed by current research and theory on adolescent psychology and behavior management,
this 3-credit course presents culturally responsive practices that address the diversity
in today’s secondary classrooms. Through classroom projects, application of knowledge to fieldwork, and analytical responses to the readings, students will demonstrate
skills in applying culturally responsive practices that address the needs of all adolescents
and enhance relational development to impact student learning in a diverse classroom.
Offered: spring. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SEC 590 - Internship in Teaching I
Master of Arts in Teaching students engage in teaching internships in area schools
in the fall semester. In most cases, these internships will include a half-semester
in both a middle school and high school placement. Submission of an internal-only,
first draft edTPA portfolio to TaskStream will be required by the end of the second
placement. Graded S/U only. Offered: fall. 3 credits. Pre-requisite:Successful completion
of SEC 500, SEC 510, SEC 593 (discipline-specific), SEC 502, SPED 500 and LTRC 519
and two semesters of field work associated with these courses (i.e., 1 day/week and
1 full-time week or equivalents across both fall #1 and spring semesters).
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SEC 591 - Internship in Teaching II
Master of Arts in Teaching students engage in teaching internships in area schools
in the fall semester. In most cases, these internships will include a half-semester in both a middle school and high school placement. Submission
of an internal-only, first draft edTPA portfolio to TaskStream will be required by
the end of the second placement. Graded S/U only. Offered: fall. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
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SPED 500 - Sped Content Area Teacher
SPED 500 introduces content-area teachers for grades 7-12 to current legal, social,
theoretical, and research foundations for special education services and practice.
One role of general educators at the secondary level is to effectively teach students
with high-incidence disabilities in inclusive environments. This involves understanding
students’ individual learning differences and collaborating with special educators
and support staff to adapt assessment and instruction, to use positive behavioral
supports, and to use research-based practices to meet the requirements of Individualized
Education Program plans. Fifteen hours of fieldwork with students with disabilities
in schools is required.
Offered: fall. 3 credits.
Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate
In addition to the required courses listed above, students are required to take two
graduate level courses in their respective academic discipline.
Students enrolled in teacher preparation programs must earn at least a B- in all courses
to progress to subsequent semesters.
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