Transformational Teaching in Middle and High Schools (MAT)

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Program Description

This Master of Arts in Teaching program in Transformational Teaching in Middle and High School prepares teachers of secondary education, and leads to eligibility for initial certification in teaching English, math, science, history/social studies for grades 7-12 with extensions for grades 5 and 6, and special education in urban settings serving diverse student populations. A second option is offered for those interested in special education to also seek dual certification in computer science, all grades. 
The curriculum, which can be completed in one year of full-time study, focuses on preparing teachers who can create experiences in their classrooms that transform how teenagers engage with and care about their own learning, and adopts an holistic approach to education seeking to explore innovations in research and teaching and how new ideas inside and outside of the classroom can transform the education of young people.

This program represents a reconceptualization of teacher preparation for the 21st century, following NYU’s vision for academic excellence and innovative practices. It aligns with current research on best practices in teacher preparation by engaging candidates in examining problems of practice and identifying ways to address those problems.

Admissions

Admission to graduate programs in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development requires the following minimum components:

• Résumé/CV
• Statement of Purpose
• Letters of Recommendation
• Transcripts
• Proficiency in English

See NYU Steinhardt's Graduate Admissions website for additional information on school-wide admission. Some programs may require additional components for admissions.

See How to Apply for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Program Requirements

This program prepares teachers of secondary education, and leads to eligibility for initial certification in the following areas:

English Education

Mathematics Education

Science Education

Social Studies

Students with Disabilities, Generalist

Sample Plan of Study

English Education

Mathematics Education

Science Education

Social Studies

Students with Disabilities, Generalist

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Build relationships with students and families with the goal of fostering student learning, engagement and well-being.
2. Integrate theory/research with pedagogical and classroom practice.
3. Develop and implement discipline-based curricula, unit plans and lessons that are coherent, use culturally relevant pedagogies, and foster experiential learning.
4. Create and apply classroom strategies that are explicit, innovative, appropriate for a specific context, and use technology to support student learning.
5. Develop a practice that is equitable and inclusive and acquire the skills of a professional educator.

Policies

Program Policies 

Fieldwork Placement

Be advised that fieldwork placement facilities that provide training required for your program degree, and agencies that issue licenses for practice in your field of study, each may require you to undergo general and criminal background checks, the results of which the facility or agency must find acceptable before it will allow you to train at its facility or issue you a license. You should inform yourself of offenses or other facts that may prevent obtaining a license to practice in your field of study. NYU Steinhardt will not be responsible if you are unable to complete program requirements or cannot obtain a license to practice in your field because of the results of such background. 

NYU Policies

University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.

Steinhardt Academic Policies

Additional academic policies can be found the Steinhardt academic policies page.