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Fellowship: Master of Arts in Teaching Urban Residency program, specialization in Earth Science for grades 7-12


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Academic Level:
Post-Baccalaureate

Description:
Learn to teach Earth and Space Science in New York City through the Master of Arts in Teaching program at the American Museum of Natural History; the first urban teacher residency program offered by a museum. Fellows earn an MAT degree, with a specialization in Earth Science for grades 7-12.

' Full-time 15 month program with stipend ' Small class sizes and one-on-one mentoring ' Science coursework at a world-class museum ' Learn to teach in a supportive nurturing environment ' Work alongside scientists and urban teachers ' Graduate with real-world teaching experience ' Ongoing professional support following graduation

Share your passion for science and learning. Play your part in the intellectual, cultural, and social community of New York City. Apply now to start your new life inspiring the next generation with science. Change lives. Teach science.

Please visit our website for information on Open Houses, Informational Webinars, and individual appointments: www.amnh.org/mat.


Participating Institution(s):
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American Museum of Natural History (Lead)

Program Materials:
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This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Atmospheric Sciences
Education
Environmental Sciences
Geological Sciences
Marine Sciences & Oceanography

Keywords:
Geosciences
Interdisciplinary
Mentoring
Pedagogy
Urban Education

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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)


Page last updated 6/28/2023
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