This program is offered in a blended format (on-ground and online course work).

While this master's degree encourages worldwide student enrollments, it is not appropriate for international students who want to study in the U.S. on a student visa.

Designed for aspiring teachers and career-changers, the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) provides an appreciation for and an understanding of the diverse educational needs, social concerns, and cultural values of today’s elementary and secondary schools. With specializations in either elementary or secondary education*, this graduate degree in teaching will enhance your foundational skills, broaden your perspectives, and strengthen your ability to inspire and educate. Upon completing this master's degree, which includes a full term of student teaching, you will be well positioned to make a meaningful impact in your school, in your community, and in the lives of your students. 

Program Objectives: 
Designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to be an effective and progressive teacher, the Master of Arts in Teaching provides you with the opportunity to:

• Gain political, social, and historical perspectives on education
• Explore the richly complex environments of schools and communities
• Develop a working understanding of teaching and learning in diverse settings
• Investigate how humans learn, acquire knowledge, and make sense of their experiences
• Examine theories of teaching and explore how best to teach for understanding and learning achievement
• Research methods and materials, pedagogies, and assessment strategies that foster integrated learning

*Both the MAT in elementary education (grades 1-6) and the MAT in secondary education (grades 8-12) have been approved at the initial licensure level by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.