BA-English/Secondary Educ
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Program Code
BA-ENGL-SEC
Program Title
BA-English/Secondary Educ
Program Level
Undergraduate Level
Degree
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Distance Education Program
No
Program Description
The objectives of the program are: (1) to give the student an opportunity to become broadly educated in the areas of language, literature and writing, and (2) to provide a program of teacher education which promotes growth, development, professionalism and expertise for successful teaching.
Students who wish to prepare themselves as secondary English teachers must make formal application to the teacher education program through the School of Education. For a detailed explanation of all requirements refer to the catalog portion under Education.
Certification/Licensure Exam
Yes
National Certification/Licensure Eligibility
Yes
Candidates assess and analyze student learning and make appropriate adjustments to instruction, including differentiation for diverse and exceptional learners and monitoring student progress.
Candidates demonstrate a culture of learning.
Candidates demonstrate knowledge of research-based educational belief systems and pedagogical/subject-matter content.
Candidates establish and reflect on ongoing professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, school districts, and the community to enhance student learning.
Students analyze print and non-print media and the role of technology in communication.
Students apply linguistic theory to analyze language structures and the relationships among language, culture and society.
Students conduct research of various kinds and report results effectively.
Students produce rhetorically effective writing in multiple genres appropriate for the context and audience.
Students read actively.
Students use visual images and technology for various purposes and audiences.
Students write effectively in response to literary texts.