English & Adolescence Education Degree Program | Grades 7-12

Program Overview

The English & Adolescence Education Degree Program prepares students to teach English at the secondary level. The program offers a strong foundation in English literature, language, and pedagogy, and emphasizes field experiences, diversity and inclusion, and social justice. Graduates are qualified to teach English in public or private schools and are in high demand due to the shortage of qualified English teachers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The English & Adolescence Education Degree Program prepares students to teach English at the secondary level (grades 7-12) in public or private schools.
The program is nationally recognized and offers a strong foundation in English literature, language, and pedagogy.
• Objectives: The program aims to develop students' content knowledge, pedagogical skills, and professional dispositions necessary for effective teaching.
Graduates will be able to:
• Understand and apply the major concepts, principles, theories, and underlying philosophies of adolescence education programs.
• Create learning opportunities and approaches to assessment that reflect an understanding of adolescent learners and promote their intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Demonstrate positive dispositions that enable them to work as effective educators, citizens, and practitioners within the school and broader community.
• Program Description: The program consists of 141 credits, including general education requirements, English and secondary education undergraduate courses, and secondary education graduate courses.
Students complete a semester-long student teaching experience and a research project.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program covers a wide range of topics, including:
• English literature and language
• Adolescent development and learning
• Pedagogical methods for teaching English
• Classroom management and assessment
• Diversity and inclusion in education
• Technology integration in the classroom
• Course Schedule: The program is typically completed in four years.
Students take a combination of undergraduate and graduate courses each semester. The following is a sample course schedule:
• Year 1:
General education courses, English literature and language courses
• Year 2:
Secondary education undergraduate courses, English literature and language courses
• Year 3:
Secondary education graduate courses, student teaching
• Year 4:
Secondary education graduate courses, research project
• Modules: The program is divided into several modules, each with its own focus.
The modules include:
• Foundations of Education:
This module introduces students to the history, philosophy, and social foundations of education.
• English Literature and Language: This module provides students with a deep understanding of English literature and language, as well as the skills to teach these subjects effectively.
• Adolescent Development and Learning: This module helps students understand the cognitive, social, and emotional development of adolescents.
• Pedagogical Methods for Teaching English: This module provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach English effectively at the secondary level.
• Classroom Management and Assessment: This module helps students develop the skills needed to manage a classroom and assess student learning effectively.
• Diversity and Inclusion in Education: This module helps students understand the importance of diversity and inclusion in education and provides them with the skills to create inclusive learning environments.
• Technology Integration in the Classroom: This module helps students learn how to use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Papers
• Presentations
• Projects
• Student teaching evaluations
• Assessment Criteria: Students are assessed on their:
• Content knowledge
• Pedagogical skills
• Professional dispositions
• Communication skills
• Critical thinking skills

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Field experiences
• Faculty: The program's faculty are experienced educators with expertise in English literature, language, and pedagogy.
They are committed to providing students with a high-quality education.
• Unique Approaches: The program offers several unique approaches to teaching, including:
• A strong emphasis on field experiences, which provide students with opportunities to apply their learning in real-world settings.
• A focus on diversity and inclusion, which prepares students to teach in diverse classrooms.
• A commitment to social justice, which encourages students to use their teaching to make a positive impact on the world.

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates of the program are qualified to teach English at the secondary level in public or private schools.
They may also pursue careers in curriculum development, educational administration, or higher education.
• Opportunities: Graduates of the program are in high demand due to the shortage of qualified English teachers.
They can find employment in a variety of settings, including:
• Public schools
• Private schools
• Charter schools
• Online schools
• Outcomes: Graduates of the program are successful in their careers.
They are effective teachers who make a positive impact on the lives of their students. They are also leaders in their field, contributing to the profession through their research, writing, and teaching.