Math Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI) Programs

Funding and Support for STEM Authorizations

MSTI STEM Authorization Awards for Math and Science

CEMaST will be selecting candidates to receive $1,000 MSTI STEM Authorization Awards for Cal Poly undergraduate/credential students or multiple/single subject teachers to obtain their Supplementary or Subject Matter Authorizations in Math or Science.

Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Multiple or Single Subject Credential and are based upon 20 semester units or 10 semester units of upper level coursework in a specific area. Introductory Supplementary Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the supplementary subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks for study in grades 9 and below. Specific Supplementary Authorizations may be added to a Single Subject Credential and authorize the holder to teach the specific subject in preschool through 12th grade, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Subject Matter Authorizations may be added to a Multiple or Single Subject Credential and are based upon 32 semester units of coursework or a degree major in a specific area. Introductory Subject Matter Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the subject matter content typically included in curriculum guidelines and textbooks approved for study in grades 9 and below. Specific Subject Matter Authorizations authorize the holder to teach the subject in preschool through 12th grade, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Upon completion of the Supplementary or Subject Matter Authorization, students/teachers are also eligible for a School’s First Completion Award of $500.

To be eligible for this award, candidates must have completed at least two courses in their subject area with a C or better. If selected, CEMaST will review your transcripts and recommend courses that are needed to complete the authorization. Note, this is a guide and does not guarantee coursework will be accepted by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). CTC will make the final decisions.

MSTI STEM Authorization Award Application

 

Computer Science Supplementary Award

The College of Science’s Computer Science Department and CEMaST is now offering four upper division courses to single subject credentialed teachers already in the classroom to obtain their Specific Supplementary Authorization for Computer Science.  The specific supplementary added to the single subject teaching credential authorizes the holder to teach the specific subject in grades preschool, kindergarten-12, and classes organized primarily for adults.

Benefits of joining our program:

  • Fully online coursework
  • Tuition is FREE through generous grants funded by SchoolsFirst and MSTI
  • Complete two courses in the fall 2021 (6 units) and two courses in the spring 2022 (4 units)
  • CTC application fees will be reimbursed
  • Easy enrollment through Cal Poly's College of Extended University

Fall 2021 courses available for registration:

CS 4990 CSSA - Python Programming for Teachers (3)

Fundamentals of programming and problem solving. Python basics. Control structures, functions, modules, data types and structures, file input/output, and exception handling. Impact of computing on society. Computing curriculum development for K-12.

Prerequisites: We expect that learners possess mathematical maturity at the level of college algebra.

CS 4990 CSSA - Computer Systems and Networks (3) 

Number representation, Components and functions of computing systems, Computer Memory Hierarchy, Network architecture and standards, Layering and protocols, Wireless networks, Security issues in computer networks and social impacts. 

Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy and/or permission of the instructor. 

Applications are due by August 2, 2021 and applicants will be notified by August 6th.  If selected, the CEU registration is due by August 10th.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

  

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