布朗教学艺术硕士（MAT）计划是为期一年的强化硕士和认证计划，旨在为明天的老师领导做准备。该计划为中学（7-12年级）英语，历史/社会研究或科学（生物学，化学或工程/物理）的教师做准备。布朗MAT计划旨在培养具有批判性，影响力和反思性的中学教师，使他们在学业和教育的多方面都表现出色。它的目的是使教师对教育的社会环境以及他们如何影响学生，家庭，社区和学校有深刻的了解。它寻求在职前教师中培养技能和承诺，以改善学生的学习成果并促进教育公平。毕业生将准备以批判性思考为基础，以同理心和文化能力来对待不同社区中的学生
Brown's Master of Arts in Teaching program is a oneyear program that aims to prepare critical, impactful and reflexive secondary teachers who demonstrate excellence in both their academic discipline and the multifaceted field of education.<br><br>Both inside and outside the classroom, MAT students receive preparation for secondary-school teaching careers (grades 7-12) in English, mathematics, social studies, and science (biology, chemistry, or engineering/physics). Our program is a unique blend of outstanding university and residency-based teacher education that prepares students for urban contexts. MAT students learn within a particular school context while developing an understanding of the larger landscape of education -- including how to make positive change.<br><br>It is not necessary for applicants to have prior teaching experience or coursework in education, although prior work with children or adolescents is expected. Once applicants have submitted an application, selected applicants will be invited to interview with the appropriate faculty. While in-person interviews are preferred, it is possible to arrange Skype or phone interviews. See below for specific program requirements. Prospective applicants with questions about their coursework or academic background are urged to contact the appropriate faculty member in their content area.