Greengoblet
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On 2/27/2019 at 9:29 PM, HOPEFULFOROISE said:
Just remember that the MT P/J program is still good! I've done a lot of research and there are many pros to the MT P/J program.
1. The MT program has classes a child development course. It's only one course but you can also do a specialization in "can studies in curriculum and pedagogy". There are also several other specializations (https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://pepper.oise.utoronto.ca/pepper/Utilities/annemarie/Year2Areas.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwiJ-LSIqt3gAhVn94MKHaEAAggQFjAAegQIBxAB&usg=AOvVaw2W292S1Wt_9P8CO0MLwGKF) which can look good on a resume.
- i think you can do an early learning specialization and special Ed specialization with the MACSE.
2. The MT program has single classes teaching you how to effectively teach every school subject. The MACSE program does not have this. They have a courses teaching you literacy and language, and one on math, and several seminars which I think (but not entirely sure) go over other subjects).
3. The MT program is still cohort based. You are placed in a group of 25-35 people and you stay with the group for the entirety of the program. The MACSE has a larger 60-70 person cohort.
4. You complete a major research paper for the MT program. This can look good on an application for future graduate work. Only the MACSE research stream does a research paper. This can be good or bad depending on how you feel about research. If it means anything, I saw an example of a MT research paper and it was 70 pages. It was made up of a literature review and the study.
5. The MT program could be considered more diverse. It's a master of teaching; teaching can be very diverse in a sense that individuals in other careers require teachers. The MACSE is in child studies; child studies could be considered a much more narrow field in terms of applying your education to other possible careers.
6. If you plan on gaining qualifications to teach other age groups (J/I or I/S), the MT is probably better because it's a bit more broad.
And a few other notes;
- you can take further AQ courses to be considered a specialist in certain areas.
- you can do further graduate work (a degree or diploma) to learn more about child studies.
- the MACSE program is taught in a mansion. If you're particular about environment, this could be important.
- exclusivity DOES NOT mean better. I highly doubt a future employer would question why you did MT over MACSE; they would likely just be impressed that you went to OISE and have a master degree.
- I've heard people say that both programs can be narrow minded, which may be something to keep in mind depending on your likes/dislikes.
- this program is $12500 a year. Other BEd programs are $6000-8000. Someone could decide not to go to OISE because of the price tag, so there's still a chance for anyone on a waitlist.
-based on the course catalogue, some of the MACSE courses seem to focus on studying children, not teaching. However, my guess is that they are courses on studying children and adapting to be able to teach them (maybe?).
- I have read on other forums that MACSE students feel that the MT program is less organized. I wouldn't buy too much into this because this opinion isn't coming from MT students.
And just my personal opinion. MT was originally my primary choice on my application, I got a good vibe from the orientation. However when I submitted the application I later changed it to MACSE because I liked the child focus. I think both programs are great; if I get off of the MACSE waitlist I'm not entirely sure if I'll even accept it because the MT program has many benefits that the MACSE does not have. Also sorry for the VERY long read, but I hope it helps :).
Yes, very informative. I agree with you, and MT has also revamped their program, and seem to be a bit more organized this year. Last year acceptances came out way later.
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On 2/26/2019 at 4:54 PM, carnations said:
hey everyone,
congratulations to those who have been accepted thus far to their program!to those who have been admitted, when did you apply? i'm sure it may make little difference; i applied early january to p/j (my dream!) and i am a bit worried!
to those of us waiting, take heart!
I got accepted to The MT P/J stream on feb 25. I applied on exactly Nov 14.
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20 minutes ago, Sarahkh said:
Congratulations!! No more horrible waiting?. What are your teachables?!
No teachables for me, I’m doing the P/J stream.
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I checked Acorn and it says I am invited!! SGS hasn’t changed!! I won’t celebrate until I get an official email though
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19 hours ago, Sarahkh said:
Yeah, it says decision made and under it, there's a link to a pdf document that provides the conditional offer.
Ok thanks, and Congratulations on getting in!!
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17 hours ago, Sarahkh said:
They sent an email saying a decision has been reached and to go check SGS! I know, I really wish they would just send out decisions in one fell swoop, waiting is torture! I really would not worry, you'll get your acceptance any week now!
Thank you for the positivity! Can I ask if your SGS status or Acorn status has changed? One or both?
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31 minutes ago, Sarahkh said:
They sent out another batch of acceptances this afternoon so make sure to check SGS today!
Does anyone know when they tell you what scholarships you may be getting?
How do you know?? Did you get in? Ohhh the suspense is killing me!!
OISE MT P/J and MACSE Fall 2019 Applicants
in Waiting it Out
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Did anyone get the email to attend the OISE Master of Teaching Meet and Greet Event? Anyone going?