Elementary Education (M.A.T.)
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Early and Elementary Education is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree, but who have not completed a Teacher Certification program. It is for those who seek a Michigan Standard Teaching Certification in Early and Elementary Education. The M.A.T. degree in Early and Elementary Education is specific to certification content areas.
Information regarding teaching certificate requirements can be found at the Teaching Certificates section of this bulletin.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching in Early and Elementary Education is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School and the Division of Teacher Education in the College of Education. In order to be eligible for admission, all M.A.T. applicants must meet the requirements set forth by the Graduate School; pass all prerequisite courses/requirements; and must have a Criminal History Background check completed through Castle Branch.
Specific content areas (e.g., world languages) might have content-specific prerequisites and/or requirements. Candidates may add endorsements (e.g., bilingual education, ESL, etc.) to their certification areas as well.
The Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) is required to attain a Michigan Standard Teaching Certification. Wayne State University must receive only official scores directly from the Evaluation Systems Group of Pearson, which is the official MTTC testing agency. Scores received directly from students and/or other parties will not be accepted. Students will not be recommended for the Michigan Standard Teaching Certification without official passing test scores. When registering for the MTTC, students should select "Wayne State University (31)" as a "College or University to Receive Scores.
Degree Requirements (General M.A.T.)
The M.A.T. program is offered as a master’s Plan C program only and requires a minimum of thirty credits. Total credit requirements vary based on the applicant’s background in his/her teaching field at the undergraduate level and specialized requirements.
All course work must be completed in accordance with the academic procedures of the College of Education and the Graduate School's regulations governing graduate scholarship and degrees. Requirements for the Master of Arts in Teaching degree must be completed within six years after completion of the first course to be applied to the degree.
The program offers three concentrations as listed below. Course work is distributed among two areas: Admission requirement courses and program courses. Candidates may earn the MAT degree but will not be eligible for state certification until all Michigan Department of Education requirements are met (e.g., passing MTTC scores).
Course changes may occur through periodic curriculum revisions, and students are encouraged to consult their assigned advisor prior to each registration period to ensure that all requirements are met.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate degree from an accredited higher education institution with a 2.75 cumulative GPA. The following WSU courses or equivalence from another institution are required prior to program admission.
For the Elementary Education Grades 3-6 Teach Detroit Program, please see the concentration specific admission requirements below.
PK-3 Admission Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDP 3310 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| ELE 2020 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education and Clinical Experience | 3 |
| MAT 1110 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I | 3 |
| MAT 1120 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers II | 3 |
| SCE 2100 & SCE 2105 | Integrated Science Content PK-6 and Integrated Science Lab PK-6 | 4 |
| SSE 5720 | Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers I | 3 |
| SSE 6720 | Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers II | 3 |
| TED 2300 | Foundations I: Sociopolitical Context of Schooling | 3 |
| TED 2310 & TED 2315 | Foundations II: Education in Urban Spaces and Foundations II: Clinical Experience | 4 |
| TED 2320 | Foundations III: Inclusive Schooling | 3 |
| Total Credits | 32 | |
PK-3 Program Requirements
Clinical Experiences are integral parts of the program and must be completed during daytime school hours.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 6041 | The Content Areas in Early Childhood Curriculum | 3 |
| ELE 6205 | Literacy Foundations | 3 |
| ELE 6210 | Literacy Methods I (PK-3) | 3 |
| ELE 6225 | Literacy Methods II (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6350 | Mathematics Foundations (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6370 | Mathematics Methods (PK-3) | 3 |
| ELE 6550 | Science Curriculum and Methods (PK-6) | 2 |
| ELE 6600 | Social Studies Methods (PK-6) | 3 |
| TED 6610 | Elementary Education P-3 Clinical Methods I | 2 |
| ELE 6800 & TED 6660 | Methods for Integrated Curriculum and Pedagogy (PK-6) and Elementary Education Clinical Methods II | 5 |
| TED 6755 | MAT Elementary Education Student Teaching | 8 |
| Total Credits | 38 | |
Grades 3-6 Admission Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDP 3310 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| MAT 1110 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I | 3 |
| MAT 1120 | Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers II | 3 |
| SCE 2100 & SCE 2105 | Integrated Science Content PK-6 and Integrated Science Lab PK-6 | 4 |
| SSE 5720 | Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers I | 3 |
| SSE 6720 | Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers II | 3 |
| TED 2300 | Foundations I: Sociopolitical Context of Schooling | 3 |
| TED 2310 & TED 2315 | Foundations II: Education in Urban Spaces and Foundations II: Clinical Experience | 4 |
| TED 2320 | Foundations III: Inclusive Schooling | 3 |
| Total Credits | 29 | |
Grades 3-6 Program Requirements
Clinical Experiences are integral parts of the program and must be completed during daytime school hours.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 6205 | Literacy Foundations | 3 |
| ELE 6215 | Literacy Methods I (3-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6225 | Literacy Methods II (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6600 | Social Studies Methods (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6350 | Mathematics Foundations (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6380 | Mathematics Methods (3-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6500 | Science Curriculum and Methods (3-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6550 | Science Curriculum and Methods (PK-6) | 2 |
| TED 6615 | Elementary Education 3-6 Clinical Methods I | 2 |
| ELE 6800 & TED 6660 | Methods for Integrated Curriculum and Pedagogy (PK-6) and Elementary Education Clinical Methods II | 5 |
| TED 6755 | MAT Elementary Education Student Teaching | 8 |
| Total Credits | 38 | |
Teach Detroit Grades 3-6 Admissions Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Requirements: | ||
| An interest and commitment to work in the Detroit Community | ||
Teach Detroit Grades 3-6 Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (35 Credit Hours) | ||
| ELE 6205 | Literacy Foundations | 3 |
| ELE 6010 | Equitable Partnerships with Families and Communities | 3 |
| ELE 6215 | Literacy Methods I (3-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6225 | Literacy Methods II (PK-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6380 | Mathematics Methods (3-6) | 3 |
| ELE 6600 | Social Studies Methods (PK-6) | 3 |
| TED 5150 | Analysis of Elementary Teaching | 5 |
| TED 6320 | Foundations III: Inclusive Schooling | 3 |
| TED 6755 | MAT Elementary Education Student Teaching | 8 |
Other Recommended Education Courses | ||
| Science Curriculum and Methods (PK-6) | ||
| Foundations of Educational Psychology | ||
| Diverse Children’s Literature for Elementary Teachers | ||
| Mathematics Foundations (PK-6) | ||
| Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers I | ||
| Social Studies Disciplines for Elementary Teachers II | ||
| Science Curriculum and Methods (3-6) | ||
| Methods for Integrated Curriculum and Pedagogy (PK-6) and Elementary Education Clinical Methods II | ||
| Teach Detroit students must complete the following: | ||
Complete Criminal History Background checks. | ||
Demonstrate Teach Detroit professional commitments and dispositions. | ||
Pass Michigan Test for Teacher Certification exams. | ||
Complete Child Study. | ||
Create electronic portfolio. | ||
Upload videos of teaching to GoReact. | ||
Apply for teacher certification through the College of Education upon completion of program. | ||
| Total Credits | 34 | |