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I am confused. What is the main difference between MAT
degree and Masters of Ed. degree? I want to teach
elementary school in Oregon and need to get a masters
degree for a continuing license. Does anyone know the pros
and cons for either degrees? I have a bachelors degree and
have a California teaching credential. Thank you for
anyone who can help me.
rebel /blockquote>

You need to compare specific programs, not degrees. I got my
Masters of Science Education-TESOL (MSEd-TESOL) degree because
it was best for me. How are you marketing yourself to the
school districts? Figure out what you want first, then compare
schools and programs. Look at length of program, required
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Dec 12, 2004
amyb /blockquote>

MAT is a licensure & Master's program for those who have
never completed a teacher prep program anywhere (undergrad
or postgrad depending on your state) If you have teaching
experience and a license from anywhere else then the Masters
of Ed is what you need.

On 12/06/04, Shelley wrote:
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Elder Gerod K. Macon, BA /blockquote>

On 12/12/04, rebel wrote:
> You need to compare specific programs, not degrees. I got my
> Masters of Science Education-TESOL (MSEd-TESOL) degree because
> it was best for me. How are you marketing yourself to the
> school districts? Figure out what you want first, then compare
> schools and p...See More
Jun 12, 2008
Robert The higher degree is the MED degree. It is the most appealing as > it relates to school districts. Are you more interested in > pursuing administration in Education? Then go after the MEd. It > will open opportunities to teach collegiately, but more than > that "Go after your Dreams!"

The MAT is not a degree that every high-po...See More
Aug 6, 2010


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