EARN YOUR MAT IN MIDDLE LEVEL EDUCATION 100% ONLINE
Designed for teachers who seek to strengthen skills and knowledge in adolescent development, middle school literacy and curriculum. Iowa teachers may also choose to pursue a Middle Level Endorsement, using the coursework completed in this degree program. Students conduct Action Research related to Middle Level learners and environments.
Program Details
CREDITS
32
COST PER CREDIT
$365
COURSE FORMAT
Online
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- 100% Online, Asynchronous Delivery
- Courses Offered Every Fall, Spring, Summer
- Rolling Admissions Process
- Finish in 18 months or Less
- Led by Experienced, Qualified Faculty
- Aligned with the Science of Reading
COURSES
Orientation to graduate education programs and readiness for online learning to be completed during the student’s first semester of enrollment. Expectations related to scholarly writing skills are introduced.
Overview of approaches to educational research and pertinent educational theoretical frameworks. Students will examine the role of action research in their practice.
Identify and review scholarly literature, critically evaluate research, and develop skills to write an effective literature review related to topics in middle level education.
Students examine the systematic design feature of action research, with a focus on selecting effective data tools and creating an implementation plan for a research project.
Students examine evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of action research data, as well as designing strategies for instructional adjustment and re-evaluation.
Using foundational methods of design and analysis, students conduct action research related to middle level education. A capstone research project, including a review of literature, a systematic inquiry of a research problem, implementation of an intervention, analysis and interpretation of data, and reflection for instructional adjustment.
A cultural examination of middle-level learners to become familiar with the current knowledge on the psychology of adolescents in relation to the middle school experience. Includes examination of physical, cognitive, cultural, and psychosocial characteristics and a literature review of research pertaining to middle level learners
Application of methods of teaching middle level learners, including lesson planning, instructional strategies, assessment of student learning, theories of motivation, and classroom management. Addresses developmental theories, essential elements of middle school philosophy, and the scope and sequence of curriculum planning.
Expands the use of technology tools in teaching situations and includes an action inquiry project using a technology-infused solution. Discusses issues related to technology and its use in schools.
Examination of socio-cultural concerns and ethics related to educational foundations with emphasis on contemporary issues influencing curriculum, pedagogy, inclusion, human relations, educational policy, and social justice.
EDTE 527 (3 cr) Literature for Adolescent Readers
EDTE 552 (2 cr) Basic Math & Measurement for the Educator
EDTE 553 (2 cr) Algebra for the Teacher
EDTE 556 (2 cr) American History for the Educator
EDTE 557 (2 cr) World History for the Educator
EDTE 558 (2 cr) Geography for the Educator
EDTE 559 (2 cr) American Government for the Educator
EDTE 560 (2 cr) Earth Science for the Educator
EDTE 561 (2 cr) Life Science for the Educator
EDTE 562 (2 cr) Physical Science for the Educator I
EDTE 563 (2 cr) Physical Science for the Educator II
EDTE 564 (2 cr) Written Communication and Grammar for the Educator
EDTE 565 (2 cr) Oral Communication for the Educator
EDUC 765 (3 cr) Literacy for Grades 5-8
ENGL 478G (3 cr) Literature Across Cultures
STEM 562 (2 cr) Earth & Space Science for the STEM Educator
STEM 564 (2 cr) Chemistry for the STEM Educator
STEM 566 (2 cr) Number Theory for the STEM Educator
STEM 568 (2 cr) Statistics for the STEM Educator
STEM 570 (2 cr) Computer Programming for the STEM Educator
Additional Program Details
Application Requirements
- Complete an application to our program.
- We accept official electronic transcripts emailed to soe@morningside.edu directly from either an institution, (i.e., Registrar’s Office), or from an established third-party provider.
- A minimum gpa of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale is required for admission. If an applicant does not have a 2.75 cumulative GPA, the last 60 hours of coursework completed will be considered under the same requirements.
- A valid teaching license; please email directly to soe@morningside.edu
FINANCIAL AID
There is a $150 non-refundable clinical course fee (required for some endorsement programs) and a $150 graduation fee (a one-time fee for degree programs) and a one-time Graduate Orientation Course fee of $230.
Teach Grants
Students seeking a master’s degree in education may be eligible for a federal TEACH grant.
Other Aid
Students enrolled in at least five (5) credit hours per term may be eligible for the following:
Additional information may be found online at the following websites:
- FFEL and Direct Stafford Loan Cancellation for Teachers (up to $5,000 or $17,500) and/or Federal Perkins Loan Teacher Cancellation (up to 100%)
- Teach Iowa Scholar Program
- Federal TEACH Grant (Loan) Program
Professional Licensure Disclosure
Degree or endorsement programs offered by the Sharon Walker School of Education at Morningside University that prepare students for licensure as educators are designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Iowa Department of Education.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION CONTACTS
Kendall Saunders
Administrative Assistant
I love working at Morningside because of the dynamic environment, diverse interactions, and sense of purpose it offers. It is fulfilling and rewarding to be able to assist students, faculty, and staff to contribute to the university’s success.
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Morningside University
Sharon Walker School of Education
1501 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
