English, BA
The English major seeks to enhance understanding of language and literature. It is designed to prepare students for graduate study and for careers in professional fields, including adolescence and childhood education.
Students majoring in English read extensively and critically analyze selected works of literature. They are expected to achieve proficiency in oral and written expression as well as in critical thinking.
Prerequisite to this major is successful completion of ENG 1010 or its equivalent. Students then pursue a minimum of 39 credits (maximum of 40) in ENG courses, with at least 12 credits in 3000 and 4000 level courses, in accordance with the requirements listed below and in consultation with their advisers.
English majors who also pursue Adolescence Certification (grades 7-12) with Teaching Students with Disabilities or Adolescence Certification (grades 7-12) with Middle School Extension (grades 5-6) are reminded that 90 liberal arts credits are required for the Bachelor of Arts in English.
Program Requirements for English Major
Required English Courses 39 Credits
ENG 1040: A grade of C or better is required in ENG 1040 to continue as an English major.
Elective English Courses - 15 Credits (3 of the elective credits must be in a 3000/4000 level ENG course)
Required English Courses when pursuing Adolescence Education Certification
ENG 1040: A grade of C or better is required in ENG 1040 to continue as an English major.
Elective English Courses - 9 Credits
Creative Writing Concentration
A Concentration in Creative Writing requires four classes that may include ENG/CRW 3300 Writing Workshop: Creative Non-Fiction; ENG/CRW 3410 Writing Workshop: Fiction; ENG/CRW 4028 Writing Workshop: Poetry; CRW/THR 2020 Writing Workshop: Playwriting; CRW/ENG 3310 Writing Workshop: Journalistic Essay; CRW/CMA 3055 Writing Workshop: Screenwriting for Film & Television or an approved 3-credit independent study.
Required
Writing Concentration
The concentration in writing requires four classes that must include ENG 3370: Writing for the Professional and CMA 3360: Copyediting. Students may then choose two courses from the following: CMA 2310, CMA 3080, CMA 3100, CMA/ENG 3320, CRW/ENG 3300, ENG 3330, CRW/THR 2020, or an approved 3-credit Internship.
Required
Choose two courses from the list below:
English/Adolescence Education (5-year)
Required English Courses
ENG 1040: A grade of C or better is required in ENG 1040 to continue as an English major.
Elective English Courses - 9 Credits
Adolescence Education Courses
| ED 2051 | ORIENTATION TO TEACHING | 1 |
| ED 5001 | INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION | 3 |
| ED 5042 | APPLIED RESEARCH IN BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| ED 5210 | NATURE OF SCHOOLS IN THE EDUCATION OF ALL CHILDREN | 3 |
| ED 5220 | THEORIES, RESEARCH AND APPLICATION OF ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| ED 5231 | CONTENT AREA LITERACY IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR PUPILS WITH AND WITHOUT DISABILTIES | 3 |
| ED 5245 | CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT IN 7-12 ENGLISH | 3 |
| ED 5252 | INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT FOR ADOLESCENCE EDUCATION | 3 |
| ED 5390 | COLLABORATION WITH PROFESSIONALS AND PARENTS | 3 |
ED 5441
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| ED 5464 | STUDENT TEACHING: SECONDARY EDUCATION | 6 |
ED 5521
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| ED 5565 | CONTENT - ENGLISH METHODS | 3 |
| ED 5700 | TEACHING WITH TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| ED 5710 | DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION | 3 |
ED 5521: non-credit
Note **MSED courses will be scheduled during evening hours.