English Education

english education

WHAT IS ENGLISH EDUCATION?

This major is part of the Education Exploration Group

Education Program Website

The secondary English program prepares students to teach English in grades 7-12, and to use and respond to language in all its forms: writing, literature and oral communication. Students ordinarily acquire a broad background in British and American literature, as well as drama, speech, poetry, journalism and world literature. Students complete general education requirements, a 36-credit subject area major in English, and required courses in professional education.

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

HOW TO DECLARE: APPLICATION REQUIRED. Applicants MUST complete 54 credits of undergraduate coursework by the end of the spring semester prior to their official admission to the program. Strong GPA and interview required. Find more information and the application here.

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major Requirements Overview

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

EDCI 2100 - Power, Privilege, and Public Education

UNIV 1820 - FYE Seminar (Exploring the Teaching Profession)

ENGL 1007 - Seminar in Writing and Multimodal Composition

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