Selected Educational Outcomes
- Students in initial teacher education programs demonstrate knowledge of the content that they plan to teach and can explain important principles and concepts delineated in professional, state, and institutional standards.
- Students in initial teacher education programs apply content specific pedagogy to the subject area content and demonstrate a broad knowledge of instructional strategies that draws upon content and pedagogical knowledge and skills delineated in professional, state, and institutional standards to help students learn.
- Students in initial teacher education programs analyze educational research findings and incorporate new information into their practice.
- Students in initial teacher education programs assess and analyze student learning, make appropriate adjustments to instruction, monitor student learning, and have a positive effect on learning for all students.
Examples of Outcome Assessments
- Students in initial teacher education programs demonstrate content knowledge through passing the state-required content assessment.
- Students in initial teacher education programs demonstrate pedagogical content knowledge and knowledge of evidence-based strategies through development of lesson plans identifying use of research-validated procedures and effective content pedagogy.
- Students in initial teacher education programs demonstrate skills in assessment, instructional strategies, use of technology, and monitoring and modifying instruction during observed teaching episodes evaluated by a university supervisor and 4-12 mentor teacher.
- Students in initial teacher education programs demonstrate their ability to positively impact P-12 learning through a Teacher Work Sample (TWS).
Prior to admission to any graduate program at Valdosta State University, applicants must first submit a completed application to the Graduate School. A completed application packet includes official transcripts from all institutions previously attended, official test scores (GRE or MAT), completed application form, fee, and any additional program requirements submitted by the admission deadline. To be considered for the preferred term, all required materials must be received by the Graduate School no later than the close of business on the deadline. It is the responsibility of the applicant to allow adequate time for document submission and to ensure receipt of documents.
Go to the Graduate School website and click on Our Programs, then click on Alternative Certification Track for information on:
- Specific M.A.T. (selected option) Program Admission Requirements
- M.A.T. (selected option) Program Retention, Dismissal, and Readmission Policies
- M.A.T. (selected option) Program Graduation Requirements
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Requirements for the Master of Arts in Teaching with a Major in Agriculture Education
Employed Teacher Track
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 2999 | Teacher Education Requirements | 0 |
| MSED 5600 | Content Teaching Methods of Middle Grades or Secondary Education | 3 |
| MSED 6001 | Planning for Middle or Secondary Teaching | 3 |
| MSED 6002 | Assessment in Middle or Secondary Education | 3 |
| MSED 6004 | Content Area Literacy for Middle and Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| MSED 6010 | Employed Teacher Track Internship 1 | 3 |
| MSED 6020 & MSED 6021 | Employed Teacher Track Internship 2 and Clinical Seminar Employed Teacher Track | 6 |
| MSED 6000 | Written and Verbal Communication for Teachers | 3 |
| MSED 6003 | Differentiation and Multicultural Education in Middle or Secondary Education | 3 |
| MSED 6005 | Educational Philosophy, Law and Ethics | 3 |
| MSED 6300 | MAT Capstone | 3 |
| RSCH 7100 | Research Methodology in Education | 3 |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Full-Time Student Track
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 2999 | Teacher Education Requirements | 0 |
| MSED 6001 | Planning for Middle or Secondary Teaching | 3 |
| MSED 6002 | Assessment in Middle or Secondary Education | 3 |
| MSED 6004 | Content Area Literacy for Middle and Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| MSED 6000 | Written and Verbal Communication for Teachers | 3 |
| MSED 6003 | Differentiation and Multicultural Education in Middle or Secondary Education | 3 |
| MSED 6005 | Educational Philosophy, Law and Ethics | 3 |
| MSED 5700 | Agriculture Education Methods | 3 |
| MSED 6100 | Apprenticeship in Teaching | 3 |
| MSED 6200 & MSED 6201 | Student Teaching and Clinical Seminar Full-time Student Track | 6 |
| MSED 6300 | MAT Capstone | 3 |
| RSCH 7100 | Research Methodology in Education | 3 |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
