Master of Arts in Teaching Supplemental Application Packet

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1 Master of Arts in Teaching Supplemental Application Packet Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle Grades Education, Special Education The M.A.T. programs at the Graduate School of the College of Charleston require additional forms be submitted by the applicant and returned to the Graduate School office. The M.A.T. programs in Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle Grades require forms 1 3. The M.A.T. program in Special Education requires forms Technology Audit 2. ADA Statement 3. Self-Assessment of Dispositions You can return these forms via: gradstud@cofc.edu Fax: Mail: The Graduate School 310 Randolph Hall College of Charleston 66 George Street Charleston, SC For specific questions regarding the completion of these forms, please call the M.A.T. programs in the School of Education, Health and Human Performance at (843) For questions regarding the application process, please contact the Graduate School office at (843) or gradstud@cofc.edu.

2 MAT Form 1 Technology Audit for M.A.T. Candidates Last First Middle Early Childhood Elementary Middle Grades Special Education This audit is to give the admissions committee some indication of the skill levels of our candidates. Please indicate your level of proficiency in each of these skills, and do not overestimate your competence level. Skill Very Proficient Somewhat Proficient Not Proficient Word Processing composing and editing sending and receiving Attaching files to Using the internet to search and retrieve information Online registration and degree audits Presentation Software (PowerPoint, projectors, transparencies) Spreadsheets, graphing, database creation List Serves Webpage authoring and editing Class Network via computer (Web CT, Blackboard) Electronic Portfolios

3 MAT Form 2 Statement of Ability to Perform Essential Teaching Duties under the ADA Although a person has a disability, the courts have held that he or she must be able to perform the essential tasks of a job. See an example at We request that you thoughtfully consider whether you can perform the essential tasks of teaching as outlined in our Teaching and Learning Standards. Further information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act is available at Please sign and include this document with your application. I,, attest that I am able to perform the essential tasks of teaching as outlined in the School of Education Teaching and Learning Standards. Signature Date

4 MAT Form 3 M.A.T. Self-Assessment of Dispositions Please check the box next to the statement that most closely describes you at this point in time. Provide an examplee of your behavior as evidence. Think first of your work this children and youth. Disposition #1: Belief that all students can learn Understands that teachers expectations impact student learning. Evidence: Seldom Usually Always Understands that people learn in many different ways. Evidence: Avoids stereotyping and generalizing. Evidence: Disposition #2: Value and respect for individual differences Uses professional language to describe individual differences. Evidence: Seldom Usually Always Disposition #3: Value positive human interaction Communicates in ways that demonstrate respect for the feelings, ideas, and contributions of others. Evidence: Seldom Usually Always Demonstrates an ability to give and take in discussions and work with others.. Evidence:

5 Disposition #4: Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm about new learning, and willingness to learn new ideas Reads and completes assignments adequately. Evidence: Seldom Usually Always Seeks new experiences that broken knowledge. Evidence: Attends intellectual events on and off campus. Evidence: Disposition #5: Commitment to inquiry, reflection, and self-assessment Seldom Usually Always Asks questions derived from personal reflection and scholarly readings. Evidence: Uses language of inquiry and discovery. Evidence: Accepts divergent viewpoints as opportunities for personal and professional development. Evidence: Disposition #6: Value collaborative and cooperative work Seldom Usually Always Participates actively with classmates and/or co-workers in a respectful and productive manner. Evidence:

6 Assumes fair share of responsibilities. Evidence: Disposition #7: Sensitivity to community and cultural contexts Seldom Usually Always Uses professional language to discuss characteristics of families, communities, and cultures. Evidence: Examines self as culture bearer. Evidence: Disposition #8: Responsible and ethical practice Seldom Usually Always Adheres to the statements governing academic integrity as published in the Student Handbook. Evidence: Demonstrates punctual and reliable attendance. Evidence: Completes assignments on time. Evidence: Understands that laws and codes of ethics guide the teaching profession. Evidence: