北卡莱罗纳大学威明顿分校

The Spanish Specialization of the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree is designed for candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and who seek to obtain a K-12 teaching license in Spanish. Graduates will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to work in professional and leadership positions within public and private school settings. Upon completion of the program, candidates will be prepared to become certified Spanish teachers in North Carolina.

The degree is comprised of 33 credit hours. The program consists of a core of professional studies that develops the instructional decision-making of K-12 teachers and a specialization (Spanish) designed to enhance knowledge of Spanish language and culture and promote inquiry into areas that will enhance instructional practices. The program supports the Watson College of Education’s conceptual framework of developing knowledgeable and proficient education professionals dedicated to improving schools and society.

Program Objectives:

Upon completion of the MAT with specialization in Spanish, the student should be able to:

• Demonstrate a breadth and depth of knowledge in the field of Spanish language and culture.
• Plan and implement instruction for effective language learning.
• Use technology to enhance the academic achievement of Spanish language learners.
• Evaluate instructional procedures and practices.
• Adapt instruction to the learning and developmental needs of individuals, including students with special needs and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Incorporate findings from educational literature into school and classroom strategies to improve student learning.
• Demonstrate effective leadership within the school environment.
• Reflect on professional goals and plan for professional development.

Degree Requirements (33 total credit hours)

• Professional Core (9 credit hours)
• Content Core (9 credit hours)
• Electives (9 credit hours)
• Internship (6 credit hours)