English, MAT Learning Outcomes

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of their degree, our M.A.T. students should be able to:

• Apply formal, rhetorical and theoretical perspectives to literary texts, cultural documents, and topics related to language and writing
• Recognize the role of historical and cultural contexts in the interpretive process
• Position an argument within contemporary critical debates in English studies or education
• Formulate and complete scholarly research projects that offer persuasive arguments
• Employ advanced skills in writing, research, oral and visual presentation to communicate effectively in scholarly and professional contexts
• Use their expertise in literature, language and writing for the development of curriculum, assessment tools and lesson plans
• Navigate professional contexts as an effective leader and advocate for students

Core MAT Outcomes

Students will know and be able to:

1. Be informed (and critical) consumers of research literature, and become familiar with the methods and technology surrounding scientific inquiry. (EDMC 530)
2. Examine curriculum within the scope of a general framework of curriculum meaning, design, development and use. However, the specific focus of the course will be to develop standards-based curriculum and to understand the paradigm shift for educators today in what teaching and learning need to look like in a standards-based environment. (EDMC 531)
3. Articulate a personal position on critical issues and to practice school leadership and community advocacy on issues of concern. (EDMC 532)
4. Explore ways to conduct high quality assessments that accurately track student learning. They will learn to use assessment information to inform instructional decisions, and will discover ways to use the assessment process as a basis for helping students improve their own learning and achievement. (EDMC 533)
5. Examine their own classroom learning and teaching practices that are consistent with their theory of learning. They will reflect upon and demonstrate their knowledge of the best practices that address high standards and expectations, effective instruction and assessment. (EDMC 538)