The Teacher Education MAT, Science Education - Physics program is a state-approved initial teacher preparation program for students seeking certification to teach Physics in grades 6-12, including students previously certified to teach in another field.
The Master of Arts in Teaching is a state-approved initial teacher preparation program that is subject to any change in the Florida Administrative Code (State Board of Education Rule 6A-5.066). Students enrolled in this program should remain in close contact with their adviser to keep informed of any program changes implemented to comply with new state requirements.
Students in the Mathematics Education and Science Education tracks may be eligible for Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant. Please see this website for more information.
The Teacher Education MAT, Science Education - Physics program requires a minimum of 39 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree. The program is a secondary (grades 6-12) program for noneducation majors at the undergraduate level or teachers previously certified in another field.
The MAT requires an online portfolio of both reflective practice/analysis of professional development and demonstration of attainment of the beginning level of performance for all Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs). Multiple artifacts and reflective analysis are required for each of the accomplished practices. All portfolio entries are critical components of learning since they are the primary means of accessing the professional development of students as reflective practitioners. In addition, an internship is required.
All initial teacher preparation program candidates are required to purchase a subscription to Student Learning and Licensure. Candidates are required to upload artifacts in most courses, including the final internship sequence. See, here.
Total Credit Hours Required: 39 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Bachelor's Degree
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
18 Total Credits
- EDG 6415 and TSL 5085 must be taken prior to internship.
Core
12 Total Credits
- Complete the following:
- EDG6415 - Principles of Instruction and Classroom Management (3)
- EDF6727 - Critical Analysis of Social, Ethical, Legal, and Safety Issues Related to Education (3)
- EDF6237 - Principles of Learning and Introduction to Classroom Assessment (3)
- TSL5085 - Teaching Language Minority Students in K-12 Classrooms (3)
Methods
6 Total Credits
- Complete the following:
- LAE5496 - Disciplinary Literacy in the Content Areas (3)
- SCE5337 - Issues and Methods in Secondary School Science (3)
Elective Courses
12 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- Complete the following:
- ESE5344 - Managing the Secondary Classroom (3)
- ESE6036 - Contemporary Issues in Secondary Education (3)
- Earn at least 6 credits from the following types of courses: Electives approved by advisor: 6 credits
Internship
6 Total Credits
- Earn at least 6 credits from the following types of courses: SCE 6946 - Graduate Internship (6 Credit Hours, taken over two semesters ***) ***The two semester requirement applies to on-the-job internships and most traditional internships. Traditional internships may be completed in one semester with advisor approval. The two-semester internship must be completed over one academic year. One-semester traditional internships must be completed in spring. Students should ensure that they meet all requirements for Graduate Internship. - Complete EDG 6415 and TSL 5085 before first semester of internship. - Overall graduate GPA must be 3.0 or higher. - Passing scores on the appropriate Subject Area Examination and Professional Education Examination are required prior to admission to the second semester of graduate internship. - Students must apply and be approved for graduate internship. Deadline dates and applications are available through the Office of Immersive Experiences at https://ccie.ucf.edu/immersive-experiences/ - Satisfactory completion of the Graduate Internship requires the student to demonstrate proficiency in all Florida Educator Accomplished Practices at the beginning level in accordance with State Board of Education Rule 6A-5.065.
Culminating Experience
3 Total Credits
- Earn at least 3 credits from the following:
- ESE6256 - Critical Issues in Secondary Education (1 - 3)
Grand Total Credits: 39
Application Requirements
Financial Information
Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see the College of Graduate Studies Funding website, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.
Fellowship Information
Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students. They are paid to students through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, based on instructions provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Fellowships are given to support a student's graduate study and do not have a work obligation. For more information, see UCF Graduate Fellowships, which includes descriptions of university fellowships and what you should do to be considered for a fellowship.
Additional Program Requirements
- Complete all key assignments in Student Learning and Licensure (SLL) according to program guidelines. This requires demonstration of professional growth, reflection, and proficiency in the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices.
- Pass all required sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Examination.
- Students are recommended to have 30 credit hours of science course work to be prepared to take the subject area exam in Physics for grades 6-12. If students have difficulty passing the subject area examination, content-based coursework will be recommended. It is important to see an adviser if courses are difficult to schedule in content areas.
Equipment Fee
Students in the Master of Arts in Teacher Education program pay a $64 equipment each semester that they are enrolled. Part-time students pay $32 per semester.
Independent Learning
The MAT requires a portfolio of both reflective practice/analysis of professional development and demonstration of attainment of the beginning level of performance for all Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPs). Multiple artifacts and reflective analysis are required for each of the accomplished practices. All portfolio entries are critical components of learning since they are the primary means of accessing the professional development of students as reflective practitioners. Student Learning and Licensure (SLL) is required for the portfolio. In addition, an internship is required.
