Master in Arte dell'Insegnamento

The Master of Arts in Teaching—with concentrations in secondary education or teaching Chinese language and culture—is designed to develop the knowledge and skill of reflective practitioners for a variety of disciplines in a variety of educational settings.

Secondary education teachers are eligible for teacher certification for grades 6-12. Bachelor’s degree options are available from a select list of content area certifications. Special admission is required into the competitive master’s degree program. Students planning to become teachers can begin working with youth and teachers during their undergraduate studies through select courses or verified service experiences.

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Western Michigan University is a learner-centered research university, building intellectual inquiry and discovery into undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in a way that fosters knowledge and innovation, and transforms wisdom into action. As a public university, WMU provides leadership in teaching, research, learning, and service, and is committed to enhancing the future of our global citizenry.

Western Michigan University offers experiences that enable discovery and promote creativity and research. We are committed to pursuing inquiry, disseminating knowledge, and fostering critical thinking that encourages life-long learning. Our scholarship creates new knowledge, forms a basis for innovative solutions, leads to economic development, and makes substantial contributions to society.