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UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields

UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields. Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010. Welcome!. All students pursuing their Bachelor’s Degree in: English History Computer Science Psychology Communications Behavioral Science

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UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields

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  1. UMUC Meet and Greet: Students Pursuing Careers in Education and Related Fields Academic Center at Largo July 15, 2010

  2. Welcome! All students pursuing their Bachelor’s Degree in: English History Computer Science Psychology Communications Behavioral Science All students pursuing the Masters of Arts in: Teaching

  3. What Can I Do With a Degree In English?

  4. What Can I Do With a Degree In History?

  5. What Can I Do With a Degree In Computer Science?

  6. What Can I Do With a Degree In Psychology?

  7. What Can I Do With a Degree In Communications?

  8. What Can I Do With a Degree In Behavioral Science?

  9. About the M.A. in Teaching The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) • Designed for students who wish to earn secondary teacher certification • Focus is on producing teacher candidates who can: • demonstrate research-based and practice validated strategies for teaching and learning • teach subject matter to a diverse student body • analyze their practice for effectiveness in promoting student learning and integrate technology to promote personal and student growth.

  10. About the M.A. in Teaching? (cont.) • Program Requirements • The Master of Arts in Teaching requires the successful completion of 36 credits, including 9 credits of professional internship. • The program leads to eligibility for Maryland teaching certification in the secondary areas of: • Biology • Chemistry • Computer science • Earth/Space science • English • History • Mathematics • Physics • Social studies

  11. Fall 2010 Undergraduate Start Dates

  12. Fall 2010 Graduate Start Dates

  13. Why UMUC? • A Wide Selection of Academic Programs: As a globally-focused university serving more than 90,000 students worldwide, UMUC offers an unparalleled breadth of programs, each tailored to meet the needs of the marketplace. Whatever your field of interest, you’re sure to find the program that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to advance your career. • Convenience: Choose to enroll in an online program and you can attend class when and where you want, without interrupting your job or personal life. No hassles with commuting or crowded classrooms. Simply log in to your online classroom to start learning. • Flexibility: Prefer a classroom experience? Many of UMUC’s courses are also taught in convenient locations throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. 

  14. Why UMUC? • State-of-the-Art Education: UMUC’s programs are designed to provide you with in-demand skills and expertise. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest information, concepts, and practices in a variety of fields.  So you’ll be armed with the education and skills you need to advance. • Expert Instructors: UMUC courses are taught by faculty who are experts in their fields. Aside from impressive academic and professional credentials, our faculty members hold high-level positions within the fields they teach.  Their first-hand knowledge and experience can be immediately applied to your career success. • Financial Options: An array of financial programs are available, including grants, loans, and scholarships. UMUC’s highly trained and helpful financial aid specialists can help you find the option that's right for you.

  15. Where? Largely asynchronous study online via WebTycho • In UMUC’s proprietary password-protected online classrooms • Same instruction as if “onsite”: Seminar curriculum, faculty, lectures, assignments, activities, expectations and standards • Weekly schedule with established times and standards for submissions • Writing is critical, participation essential • Full library resources & support • Interact frequently with faculty & peers at times that work with your schedule Combined delivery (hybrid) option: a combination of online and face to face courses

  16. How do I Get Started? • Apply! • Send us your official transcripts • Decide on a payment option • Register for classes • Order books • Log in to your classroom through WebTycho • Begin your fast track to career success!

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