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Program Overview
Prepares individuals holding a bachelor's degree from many teaching fields in diverse elementary classrooms. The program features a proven and perfected residency program with partner schools. Graduates are highly qualified and well-prepared to support their students’ potential.
The MA in Teaching (MAT), Elementary Education (License) prepares students to teach in diverse elementary classrooms in as little as a year. Designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in a variety of fields, this graduate program supports students in pursuing their dream to be a teacher. Learning from dedicated teachers and award-winning faculty in a residency program perfected and proven through almost 30 years of ongoing work with partner schools makes the program–and graduates–stand out. Students leave the program highly qualified and well-prepared to support and understand the potential of their students.
In this concentration you will:
- Learn to plan assessment-informed instruction for educational excellence and equity for all children from diverse racial, ethnic, language, socioeconomic, and ability backgrounds.
- Develop a deep understanding of the diverse ways children learn and develop within their families and communities and in schools; gain skills to bring a culturally responsive and engaging curriculum to their standards-based teaching.
- Know deeply the disciplines students will teach—math, literacy, science, social studies- as well as the skills for effective classroom organization and management.
Choose CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development
As one of the top education schools in the country, this program consistently leads its students to become stand-out teachers. At CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development, students are surrounded by other committed, talented students who are determined to make a positive impact in the classroom. They are drawn to the program because they want a deeper level of preparedness–one that will support their development as culturally competent individuals and teachers, light a fire for social justice, and allow them to give their best to every student, every day. The School of Education & Human Development is regularly ranked as a top graduate school and “best online” experience by U.S. News & World Report. The program matches their passion for teaching with an education that is rooted in diversity, technology, proven approaches, and real-world practice. That’s why the program’s graduates are prepared to make immediate and life-long impacts on people, communities, and the world.
Why the Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education (License) program at CU Denver?
Proven and Perfected Residency Program
Graduates' level of preparedness is equivalent to that of a more experienced and confident teacher. That's because, at CU Denver's School of Education & Human Development, students don't just learn from anyone, they learn from the best. Further, because of CU Denver’s urban location and emphasis on teaching in diverse contexts, graduates are ready to lead – and make a difference – in any classroom
Join One of the Top Education Schools in the Country
Students will be surrounded by other committed, talented students who are determined to make a positive impact in the classroom. They are drawn to the program because they want a deeper level of preparedness –one that will allow them to give their best to every student, every day.
Launch Your New Teaching Career Quickly
The program offers different start times and program lengths to accommodate students’ obligations. It's possible to complete the program in as little as one year
Earn up to $40,000 in Stipends and Grants
School of Education & Human Development staff will work with students to qualify and access existing state and federal dollars to help pay for the three-semester MAT program. Program advisors are ready to help students determine if full funding is possible.
Program Description
The MA in Teaching (MAT), Elementary Education (License) prepares students to teach in diverse elementary classrooms in as little as a year. Designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in a variety of fields, this graduate program supports students in pursuing their dream to be a teacher. Learning from dedicated teachers and award-winning faculty in a residency program perfected and proven through almost 30 years of ongoing work with partner schools makes the program–and graduates–stand out. Students leave the program highly qualified and well-prepared to support and understand the potential of their students.
In this concentration you will:
- Learn to plan assessment-informed instruction for educational excellence and equity for all children from diverse racial, ethnic, language, socioeconomic, and ability backgrounds.
- Develop a deep understanding of the diverse ways children learn and develop within their families and communities and in schools; gain skills to bring a culturally responsive and engaging curriculum to their standards-based teaching.
- Know deeply the disciplines students will teach—math, literacy, science, social studies- as well as the skills for effective classroom organization and management.
Choose CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development
As one of the top education schools in the country, this program consistently leads its students to become stand-out teachers. At CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development, students are surrounded by other committed, talented students who are determined to make a positive impact in the classroom. They are drawn to the program because they want a deeper level of preparedness–one that will support their development as culturally competent individuals and teachers, light a fire for social justice, and allow them to give their best to every student, every day. The School of Education & Human Development is regularly ranked as a top graduate school and “best online” experience by U.S. News & World Report. The program matches their passion for teaching with an education that is rooted in diversity, technology, proven approaches, and real-world practice. That’s why the program’s graduates are prepared to make immediate and life-long impacts on people, communities, and the world.
Why the Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education (License) program at CU Denver?
Proven and Perfected Residency Program
Graduates' level of preparedness is equivalent to that of a more experienced and confident teacher. That's because, at CU Denver's School of Education & Human Development, students don't just learn from anyone, they learn from the best. Further, because of CU Denver’s urban location and emphasis on teaching in diverse contexts, graduates are ready to lead – and make a difference – in any classroom
Join One of the Top Education Schools in the Country
Students will be surrounded by other committed, talented students who are determined to make a positive impact in the classroom. They are drawn to the program because they want a deeper level of preparedness –one that will allow them to give their best to every student, every day.
Launch Your New Teaching Career Quickly
The program offers different start times and program lengths to accommodate students’ obligations. It's possible to complete the program in as little as one year
Earn up to $40,000 in Stipends and Grants
School of Education & Human Development staff will work with students to qualify and access existing state and federal dollars to help pay for the three-semester MAT program. Program advisors are ready to help students determine if full funding is possible.
Program Features
Summer Semester: February 15, Fall Semester: June 30
Application deadline
Summer or Fall
Starting semester
18 months
Time to complete
51
Credit hours
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Student Testimonials
CU Denver's MAT professors are committed to culturally responsive education. As I begin to have my own classroom for the first time, and see first-hand how much work goes into this profession, I am most thankful for the instructors I've had in this program. They are supportive, knowledgeable, and insistent on equity in student learning. These instructors are a breath of fresh air and a constant reminder that culturally responsive teaching is not just possible, but necessary.
Isabel Sosa Lazo
Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education (License) (December 2022)CU Denver graduates earn more, build community, and make connections. Take the first step toward your future and join an inclusive community of learners while gaining the skills of tomorrow, today.