Degree Programs

Master's in Early Childhood Education (MSE) Online

?️ Become an expert leader in both public and nonpublic early childhood educational settings with this online master's degree program that is designed for educators interested in expanding their knowledge to serve children in a pre-K to third grade public school setting or birth to eight years old in a state or early childhood system!

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In this online master’s program, you will:

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Business Technology Masters (MAT) - Online

?️ This 100% online Master of Arts in Teaching – Business Technology offers in-depth teaching methodology with coursework related to business and technology. This program is ideal for students who do not have a traditional education background.

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In this online Master of Arts in Teaching – Business Technology program, you will:

As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for education roles, such as:

Master of Arts in Teaching - ART K-12 Online

?️ Love art and want to teach? The online MAT – Art K-12 includes theories and strategies of classroom management, using technology as a valuable tool for instruction and curriculum development. ?

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As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for education roles, such as:

 

 

Elementary Education - Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E) - Online

?️ The Elementary Education BSE program provides a strong foundation for individuals who plan to work with  children  in various settings serving Kindergarten through sixth grade . Students experience multiple field experiences to ensure a strong foundation of applied skills as well as knowledge of child development, best practices, and content.

Admission: Checkpoint 1

It is the applicant's responsibility, with the assistance of the advisor, to initiate the Application for Admission into the teacher education program in accordance with the procedures established by the department screening committee (See form on pages 29-30 of the Initial Programs Handbook, Appendix B). This committee will evaluate the applicant's records and determine eligibility for admission into the Teacher Education Program. Please read all information below prior to beginning the admission process.

New Requirements:

To be considered for Admission into the Teacher Education Program, teacher candidates must meet/complete the following criteria:

  1. Submit the Online Application for Admission (Have all supporting documents completed and ready to submit prior to beginning the online application.)
  2. Attain minimum overall GPA of 2.70 beginning August 24, 2015 (Program of Study and MAT students must have a minimum of 3.0 overall in courses for Program of Study.)
  3. Complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better in each: ENG 1003, Composition I; ENG 1013, Composition II; MATH 1023, College Algebra OR MATH 1043, Quantitative Reasoning, OR STAT 2003, Introduction to Statistics (or mathematics course required by degree program); Introduction to Education (specific to each department); and COMS 1203, Oral Communication or Speech Proficiency (as specified by the department)*
  4. Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours*. 
  5. Complete the Teacher Education Program Admission Checklist (self-assessment found at end of PDF document, completed by candidate and evaluation by screening committee) as prescribed in the Teacher Education Handbook. Download this document, complete it, and save it prior to beginning the application process. You will need to upload it to the online application.
  6. Complete the Professional Ethics Assessment as prescribed by the Teacher Education Handbook. Submit a copy of the training certificate obtained from ArkansasIDEAS.
  7. Complete the Admission Technology Checkpoint Requirement
  8. Obtain a signed Clarification of Teacher Education Admissions/Retention Standards on the application and the Mission & Values, Teacher Education Outcomes and Arkansas Teaching Standards as outlined in the Teacher Education Handbook
  9. Documentation of an Approved Arkansas State Police (ASP) and Federal Background Check and the Arkansas Child Maltreatment Background Check through the Arkansas Department of Education Online Background Check Instructions
    • A-State teacher education students and A-State faculty/staff select Arkansas State University for District/Location and use 8800002 for the Verification Code. Background check and child maltreatment must be less than one year old when applying for admission.
  10. Verify the student has received a copy of the Mission & Values, Teacher Education Outcomes and Arkansas Teaching Standards.
  11. Appear individually for a personal interview before the Department Screening Committee. The Signature Verification Page will need to be signed by the screening committee and submitted to the PEP Office.  Please complete the applicant portion of the document prior to interview.

Candidates will not be permitted to enroll in specified professional education courses until they have been formally admitted into the teacher education program.  Such courses are designated by an asterisk in the Undergraduate Bulletin.  When the candidate application is approved by the Professional Education Programs Director, candidates will receive official notification via email. Official admittance to the teacher education program does not carry a guarantee of continuance in the program.  In addition to the retention checkpoints described below, candidates must maintain academic proficiency, moral responsibility, emotional stability, and satisfactory professional growth to continue in the program.

*Not required for MAT candidates

Dyslexia Certificate Online

?️ Expand your teaching repertoire in as few as eight months with this accelerated online Dyslexia Certificate program. Continue working while you complete coursework and gain hands-on experience performing clinical assessment and intervention in reading and related areas with young students and adolescents in secondary grades.

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This Dyslexia Certificate online program helps you excel in:

  • Providing reading interventions for children who are learning to read or struggling to read

  • The development of literacy skills in alignment with state and national standards

 

Education Specialist in Reading Online

?️ Prepare to transform student learning and pursue career advancement in literacy with this 100% online Education Specialist in Reading degree program. Cultivate the advanced knowledge that aligns with a career as a reading specialist, district literacy leader, literacy interventionist and more. Your track—Professional Practice or Advanced Perspective—will be selected for you based on your prior experience. This ensures your education builds on your strengths and supports your goals, setting you up for success.

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In this program track, you will:

Become an expert leader in reading and literacy

Employment in educational instruction and library occupations is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations,2 with job growth for instructional coordinators and special education teachers expected to grow 4-7%.3 Careers in reading ensure needs are met for students in the classroom, supporting teachers to develop strategies for implementing quality reading programs. With the Professional Practice track, you’ll be prepared to sit for the PRAXIS Reading Specialist test.

Prepare for a variety of leadership roles, including:

Master of Arts in Teaching - Middle Level Education 4-8 Online

?️ This online MAT program gives you the knowledge and confidence to navigate the unique challenges of middle school grades. Whether you want to transition to teach middle school or want to become a second-career teacher, you will learn strategies to help teen and preteen students succeed in the classroom.

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In this online MAT program, you will:

As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for middle level education roles, such as:

Masters in Elementary Education K-6 (MAT) Online

?️ This online MAT program prepares you for elementary education K-6 and is designed to help you hone your classroom skills, advance your career and refine your pedagogies. Learn the most up-to-date advancements in technology, theory and methodology in the field of education. 

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In this online elementary education program, you will:

As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for elementary education roles, such as: