TEDM 6800 - Capstone for the Master of Arts in Teaching Degree

Credits: 1

Prerequisite(s): Coursework required for licensure and MAT core; or permission of instructor

Description: The purpose of this class is for the pre-service teacher to demonstrate the skills and knowledge acquired through completion of the TEDM core courses and the coursework required for Iicensure, including student teaching, and apply that knowledge to a specific area of inquiry. As a major part of the Capstone course, students will be responsible for completing a Capstone project that demonstrates their understanding of the topic they have selected for their project as well as how the topic can be put to work with real life applications. The capstone project provides the opportunity for students to demonstrate independence and originality, to plan and organize a project over a period of time, and to put into practice some of the concepts and skills that are a part of the Masters of Arts in Teaching Degree.