The multidisciplinary studies major emphasizes content mastery, curriculum development, and instruction. Elementary teachers explore topics through which mathematics, science, social studies, communications, and early childhood curricula can be interrelated. This broad content emphasis, paired with theory and methods, helps teachers develop the skills to unify an otherwise diverse range of subject matter and educational responsibilities.
Secondary teachers are expected to direct their efforts toward a particular discipline or content area while developing skills in specific areas of curriculum development. This includes developing a rationale, writing objectives, creative teaching strategies, and designing evaluation techniques. All students develop original curriculum materials that have application to their classrooms.
The M.A.T. in Multidisciplinary Studies is also offered online. Online courses require excellent organizational skills, self-direction and motivation to master the challenges of the environment.
Locations
The M.A.T. in multidisciplinary studies is offered at the following locations: