Duke University's Master of Arts in Teaching Program is an accelerated teacher preparation and licensure program that prepares candidates to enter classrooms as culturally responsive educators equipped with the skills and content knowledge needed to support the learning of all students.
The 39-credit hour program provides individualized support for teacher candidates through a collaborative cohort model. MAT candidates engage in a two-semester internship, spending time teaching at two Durham Public Schools under the guidance of experienced teachers. Through graduate coursework in pedagogy and respective content areas, candidates develop and refine their teaching skills and become responsive, equity-driven teacher leaders.
The year-long Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed for individuals interested in earning their master's and initial teaching license in one of the following content areas:
- Secondary English Education
- Secondary Social Studies Education
- Secondary Science Education
- Secondary Math Education