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Florida Southern announces 
master's program in education

LAKELAND, Fla. (Feb. 10, 2004) - Florida Southern College is pleased to announce the commencement of master's programs in education beginning June 4. The college received approval from the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to launch graduate programs for a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and a Master of Education in Collaborative Teaching and Learning (MEd). 

"Florida Southern has always been known for its teachers, so these graduate programs are a natural outgrowth of something we already do very well," reported Dr. Susan Conner, vice president and dean of the college. "There is little question that Polk County and the state of Florida need more, highly qualified teachers. As always, Florida Southern College looks forward to filling that need."

About the Programs

The MAT program is designed for an individual with a bachelor's degree in an academic field who either currently teaches with a three-year temporary teaching certificate or who plans to become a teacher. It focuses on helping students earn an advanced degree while completing coursework that can lead to teacher certification. 

The MEd program is offered to teachers currently holding or fully eligible for the Florida Professional Certificate. The coursework focuses on further developing the knowledge and accomplished practice of professional teachers. 

Most of the courses will be offered in the evening (Tuesdays or Thursdays), or on alternating Saturdays, or during a summer session. The summer 2004 semester will be limited to 12 students in each program. Tuition is $220 per credit hour. The college will accept applications for the summer term from now until April 1. 

For further information on these programs, please contact Dr. Charlie B. Watts at 680-4958 or cwatts@flsouthern.edu 


About Florida Southern College
Florida Southern is a four-year, private, co-educational liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The college offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and a master of business administration degree accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Located in Lakeland, Fla., the college is home to the largest, single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world.

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