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Q: Online schools that offer teaching degrees?
Does anybody know of any accredited online colleges that offer teaching degrees?

A: You can't get a teaching degree online. Would you want to be taught by a teacher who learned to teach on the internet? Teachers have to be "student teachers" first, where we teach a class under the supervision of a master teacher. We have to do that for a full year. Even if there WERE an online teaching program, no school would hire you with that kind of degree. In this economy where teaching jobs are like gold, you'd be facing some pretty tough competition. California does NOT hire people with online degrees. I teach in California. In L.A. alone, they are laying off 1600 teachers. Don't try to teach in California anytime soon. To be a teacher, you need a bachelor's degree, a teaching credential (usually a 1-2 year program) and to pass the appropriate tests (multiple subject for elementary, single subject for secondary).

Q: How do people get away with using fake degrees from Bangkok to obtain teaching positions.?
Is there a database for checking if degrees are genuine?

A: money or sex same ol' same ol'.

Q: How Long does it take to get a teaching degree?
I want to teach English in Japan. I was wondering how many years I would have to attend college in order to be certified to do so. Would I need some sort of degree in teaching, or english? I want to teach Elementary or High School Students.

A: You will need a degree in secondary education and a specialty field (like English, history, etc.), to be able to teach high school. Getting a teaching degree (as well as any degree) just depends on the amount of work you put in. If you want to get out "on time" you will do what it takes, but remember sometimes there are "life" situations that keep you from graduating in the traditional four years. But it doesn't matter how long it takes you, just that you accomplish your goals. Good Luck!

Q: What other jobs can a person do with a teaching degree if they don't want to teach?
Are there any counseling jobs a person with a masters in education can do or do you always have to have a degree in counseling? I'm not saying I don't want to teach but I always thought I'd make a good counselor and sometimes feel interested in doing that. Also are there any jobs that teachers can do besides teaching? Thank you.

A: A teaching degree is one of those great degrees that can come in handy in many ways! To offer a few diverse examples, it would give you a leg up as 1) a tour guide at a museum, 2) an e-learning multimedia producer, 3) a manager. As far as counseling, most but not all counseling opportunities would require additional education and/or certifications, but I think your teaching knowledge would help. You might want to try some volunteer counseling opportunities (anything from suicide hotlines to working with job seekers) to see how you like it and get some experience. Good luck!

Q: I have a teaching degree from Spain will I be able to teach in the UK?
I need the General Teaching Council to give me QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) in order to find a teaching job. I'm Spanish and I have a 3 year university teaching degree from Spain and also a BA (Hons) in English Studies. I heard E.U. citizens with teaching degrees get QTS without problems, anyone knows of anyone who was a warded QTS without further training?

A: try to go an ask on a forum on the http://www.tes.co.uk website (the times education Supplement) hopefully someone will be able to help!

Q: I need to find out what is the equivalent of my teaching degree in the Philippines in Canadian Education?
How long would I still need to study enable to attain the teaching degree in Canada? I've had Bachelor in Elementary Education.

A: I believe you will have to be tested first to see if you have the standards for teaching here in Canada. I don't think Canada very much recognizes Philippine education unless your school in the philippines is collaborating with another school here then they would grant your degree. But I am also studying for a teaching degree and I will have to say its about 2-3 years depending what courses you have finished already.

Q: American student wanting english and teaching degrees. However wants to earn them in Japanese college.?
Currently I am going to a 2 year college to get my art degree(just an associates for own use) and my general ed out of the way. However I was wondering about when I do change over to a 4 year college. One of my dreams is to live in Japan and possibly be a permanant english teacher there. However I was wondering if I can earn both degrees while living in Jappan. Is this possible through loans and schalorships? Any information, tips,etc. are welcome. I will add details to any questions that come up.

A: Temple University in Osaka has a program in TEFL that is well-regarded. See the links below. I've lived in the Osaka area for 20 years. I teach English (and recently started teaching high school science as well) at several schools, culture centers, private classes... To be honest, I don't like Osaka very much, but the Kansai area (which includes Kyoto and Nara) is a great place to experience the "real" Japan and get a feel for its long history.

Q: is it possible to get a teaching degree in the Navy at a 4 year college? Has anyone done this?
I am considering joining the Navy, but my long term goal is to become a teacher. If i were to join would I be able to attend classes at a 4 year college and get a teaching degree? i want to become an english teacher, or journalist, really anything that involves english. Will my training in the Navy really help me when i return to civilian life? Or will i have to take more schooling when i am out? Any Navy journalists or technical writers out there?

A: you will not be allowed or able to attend college full time while serving active duty. can you get a 4 year degree while serving? yes. is it easy? not even remotely. figure at least twice as long, as you are pretty much limited to one,maybe two classes at a time, with the job always taking priority.. so that means deployments will interrupt your studies. It woudl be fairly easy to knock out all your core requirements.. between TA( pays up to $4500 in tuition costs), CLEP tests and either online classes or taking classes on base( or through a brick and mortar school off base) you can do it.. 99% of these credits will transfer to any other school with little to no problems. but when you start having to take all your degree required courses, that's where you run into problems. I got my BA in English Literature all online. every class I took there was at least one servicemember. In fact one Course had all five Branches represented! once you get out you will need the GI Bill to complete your education, unless you stay in for ;like ten years and get your degree whilein.

Q: What do these teaching degrees mean?
Whats the difference between an English (MAT), English Education (MA), and English Education (MEd) degree?

A: MAT is an odd and little seen degree. The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree provides an avenue of entry into the teaching profession through graduate level study. It is intended for persons with a baccalaureate degree who desire to become certified to teach in a content area in which they hold a major or the equivalent in one of the areas where the degree is offered. The M.Ed. is more of a graduate degree for people who have been teaching. The M.A. in education is a bit more of an academic degree looking at education as a subject of study in a more theoretical way rather than to apply it. It would be more the route to go towards a Ph.D.

Q: What are the best colleges in the NY and PA area that are know for their teaching and physcology degrees?


A: The State colleges in Pennsylvania are well-known for being highly reputable colleges for teaching. Schools from all over the country recruit their teachers from Pennsylvania State Colleges. Being more specific about WHAT you want to help would be helpful.

Q: Are religious studies degrees good for anything besides teaching?
It is what I am most passionate about but the major reason to go to college is for a career.

A: teaching is a career, you can inspire other people to be passionate as well for religion.. but otherwise.. you can assist other fields like archeology, historical research, etc. with your knowledge of religion. you won't be just sticking to one religion, you'd study many others as well like animism, cults, buddhism, hinduism, shintosim, etc. there's a wide array of religions out there. i suggest you research about your course before applying for it.

Q: Does it matter where you get your teaching degree / credentials? If so How? Pros and Cons? ?
I have a friend who currently goes to UC San Diego. My friend has decided teaching K-12 is what she really wants to do. However, she doesn't want to waste the one year she has already put into UCSD and her acceptance into UCSD. I am wondering if getting a BA in teaching from UCSD is going to make any difference in the long run. Also as a side question, what other teaching careers out there that can be supported by UCSD degree?

A: Your freshman year, you're usually taking a lot of general education courses anyway, which won't be a waste of time if she changes her major or transfers (both are options but you're not really clear about what it is she's thinking of doing). It sounds like your friend wants to leave UCSD? To which I ask, why? Don't they have an ed program she can transfer into? Any degree is worth the effort she puts into the program to get it. Some programs are very strong, expect their students to meet high standards, and prepare them well for teaching. Some programs don't. Generally, UC schools are known for being pretty rigorous. E.g. I learned far more in UCLA's English program than most of my fellow English teachers; my content knowledge regularly surpassed theirs. A BA in education, regardless of what school it comes from, "qualifies" one to enter any field in education, whether it's teaching or ed sales, education-based non-profit work, corporate training (although they prefer backgrounds/experience in adult education), etc.

Q: Are Texas State University in San Marcos and Sam Houston University are good schools to get a teaching degree?
I've heard that they are, and i kind of want to be a teacher, so can someone confirm or deny this? If they aren't can some give me some schools in Texas where you can get a teaching degree? I've also heard Texas Christian University was good for teachers...

A: Deana W, The easiest method to find out info is to contact a student. You can locate some contact information for Texas universities here. http://www.collegereviewed.com/Texas-Colleges-Universities.html The students always seem to know what's up better than outsiders since they spend so much time on campus.

Q: How difficult is a teaching degree?
Im thinking of applying to complete a Primary teaching degree, but I am worried about not being clever enough for it. Is it much harder than completing 3 A-levels?

A: Completing the degree is the easy part. Working as a teacher will me 100 times harder.

Q: Do I need a teaching degree to be a teacher?
Just wondering if a teaching degree is required to teach technical courses such as web design / development. I am thinking of pursuing teaching as a part-time job in a local community college or things like like. I am in sydney, australia. Any info will be highly appreciated.

A: No, you do not need a teaching degree to teach beyond high school here. Yes, there are plenty of ways to teach in those fields without even a degree. My husband has only a high school education and he has taught technical classes for New Horizons Learning Centers and is now the network admin/computer science teacher at a private school. To teach at a college, you must have a Master's degree or better. Use monster.com to check out the requirements for various jobs you'd be interested in.