KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE PROGRAM/CONCENTRATION PROPOSAL
FORM 02/25/04
PROGRAM OR CONCENTRATION NAME:MAT in Education
DEPARTMENT: Secondary and Middle Grades Department
PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE: Summer, 2010
Check One or More of the Following and Complete the Appropriate Sections
Sections to be Completed
_____New Program Proposal**
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___xx__Change in Program/Concentration/Degree Requirements
III – VII, XII
_____New Concentration Proposal
I – VII, XII
**A new course proposal is required for each new course that is part of the new program
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President
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UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA
NEW GRADUATE PROGRAM PROPOSAL REVISION OF PROGRAM OF
STUDY
MAT in Education
EDUC 6100 Modifications
Kennesaw State University
NOVEMBER, 2009
Proposed Start Date: SUMMER , 2009
CIP:______
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III Justification and Need for the Program Revision
The MAT in the various sciences, mathematics, and humanities includes up to 15 hours offered
through the Bagwell College of Education. This initial certification, advanced degree program
has been in existence now for four years. Presently, EDUC 6100 is offered as a blocked 6-hour
course. Feedback from students and faculty suggest revising the course into two separate
courses.
IV Procedures Used to Develop the Program Revision
SMGE utilized solicited feedback from faculty and students. Discussions with faculty in all
colleges teaching in the MAT program have been ongoing for 16-months. Additionally, student
evaluations of the course have been collated and identified themes support the division of EDUC
6110 into two 3-hour courses.
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V Curriculum: Degree Program Requirements
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree leads to initial certification of well-qualified
candidates and prepares them to be teacher-leaders. The MAT is standards-based and meets the
requirements of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission requirements, and the Georgia
Board of Regents. Our innovative teacher preparation programs respond to state needs and
contribute to the learning and achievement of Georgia’s increasingly diverse public school
population. The responsibility for teacher education is shared by faculty in the College of the
Arts, Bagwell College of Education, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the College
of Science and Mathematics, and the Graduate College, in collaboration with master teachers and
administrators in local schools.
Course work emphasizes scholarly rigor through research and engagement in a variety of fieldbased action research projects and supervised practicum and internships. Technology and
multicultural considerations are infused throughout the programs. These master’s degrees lead to
initial certification and are not appropriate for teachers who hold clear, renewable certificates.
Currently, there are seven Master of Arts in Teaching programs, including Secondary English (612), Secondary Mathematics (6-12), and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(TESOL) (P-12), Secondary Biology (P-12), Secondary Chemistry (6-12), Secondary Physics (612), and Art Education (P-12).
Program Admission Requirements:
General Requirements for Admission to Master of Arts in Teaching
1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; prerequisite courses and/or a specific
bachelor’s degree may be required depending on the concentration area of interest;
2. An adjusted undergraduate GPA of 2.75;
3. Passing scores on the GACE Basic Skills Assessment Exam (Three sections: Reading,
Writing, Mathematics) (http://www.gace.nesinc.com) required in Georgia. You may be
exempted from this test by SAT scores of at least 1000 (verbal and math), ACT scores of
at least 43 (English and math), or GRE scores of at least 1030 (verbal and quantitative).
Check with the certification officer at 770-423-6043 for exemption scores if you took the
SAT prior to 1995 or ACT prior to 1989. Please see the Professional Standards
Commission (www.gapsc.com) Website for alternative exemption tests;
4. Official scores on the Graduate Record Examination (General Test) or Miller Analogies
Test (this requirement is waived for students with a prior graduate degree);
5. Letters of recommendation from two sources capable of assessing interpersonal skills
applicable to teaching and/or potential for graduate work. These recommendations should
be on school or business letterhead;
6. A one-to-two page, typed personal statement in support of the application explaining
what led to your decision to become an educator;
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7. A clear criminal background. For details visit the KSU Office of Field Experiences’
website at www.kennesaw.edu/education/ofe;
8. A resume detailing educational background and work experience;
9. An interview with program faculty may be required.
*Individual programs have additional admission requirements.
Course Offering Schedule and Plan-of-Study
Professional Sequence (15 Credit Hours)
OLD
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EDUC 6100 - Development, Psychology, and Diversity of the Learner and EDUC 6100L
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EDUC 6200 - Curriculum, Assessment, and Classroom Management
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EDUC 6300 - Reflective Inquiry and Action Research
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EDUC 6400 - Capstone Seminar
NEW
 EDUC 6110: Adolescent Development and Learning
 EDUC 6120: Diversity and Exceptionalities
 EDUC 6200 - Curriculum, Assessment, and Classroom Management
 EDUC 6300 - Reflective Inquiry and Action Research
 EDUC 6400 - Capstone Seminar
Growth and Flexibility:
The MAT program has grown 500% in the last few years. Estimates suggest up to 400 students
yearly may enter the 8 certification areas in the next year. Therefore, EDUC 6110 and 6120 will
be offered each semester.
Course Descriptions:
EDUC 6110: Adolescent Learning and Development: An examination of the unique aspects of,
and relationships between and among development, motivation, and learning theories. A study of
life span development (with an emphasis on adolescents and young adults) addresses social,
moral, emotional, physical, cognitive and psychological development. Theories, models, and
principles of learning and motivation are examined and related to development. The use of
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technology in this course will include word processing, presentation applications, Internet
research, online courseware, and electronic portfolio development, and GeorgiaView Vista.
EDUC 6120: Diversity and Exceptionalities: Description:This course examines the
demographic changes in America’s schools that influence teaching and learning. Attention is
given to assisting candidates in developing a socio-cultural consciousness and the disposition
that all students, including those with disabilities, can learn complex content. Candidates
engage in in-depth study of students with disabilities and their educational needs as well as
the creation of culturally responsive and inclusive classrooms that support all students. Prerequisite: Admission to the MAT program.
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VI INVENTORY OF FACULTY DIRECTLY INVOLVED:
Same as before, there is no change in hours or number of faculty involved. That is a 6-hour
course will simply be split into two 3-hour courses.
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VII Outstanding programs of this nature at other institutions
MAT program have developed at all USG institutions offering advanced teacher degrees.
However, MAT programs at our institution are competitive in terms of enrollment.
Additionally, MAT programs here at KSU have been awarded over a million dollars in grant
support for the teacher candidates.
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VIII Inventory of pertinent library resources
IX Facilities
X Administration
XI Assessment
XII Accreditation
Business Content Audit:
Referencing the Business Content Worksheet, does this program or concentration, incorporating
the information proposed herein, have “traditional business subject” content delivered by faculty
or programs administered by the Coles College of Business? *
_____ Yes
If “yes,” complete a Business Content Worksheet and obtain necessary
approvals as indicated.
___xxx__ No
_____ Exempt Graduate programs administered by the Coles College are exempt.
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*
All graduate programs exceeding 50% business content are automatically required to meet AACSB
International business accreditation standards. The purpose of the audit is to prevent the unintended,
undesirable compulsory inclusion of programs subject to AACSB standards.
XIII Affirmative Action Impact
XIV Degree Inscription
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XV Fiscal and Enrollment Impact, and Estimated Budget
1. ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS
2. COSTS
A. Personnel -- reassigned or existing positions
B. Personnel -- new positions
C. One-Time Startup costs
D. Operating Costs
3. REVENUE SOURCES
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