English Teaching Major, B.S.

Required:

• ENGL 125 - Introduction to English Studies
• ENGL 202 - Introduction to Creative Writing
• ENGL 301 - Understanding Language: An Introduction to Linguistics
• ENGL 303 - Descriptive English Grammar
• ENGL 306 - Advanced Writing
• ENGL 321 - Teaching Reading through Young Adult Literature
• ENGL 330 - Visual Literacy
• ENGL 335 - Reading in the Content Areas
• ENGL 477 - Senior Seminar
• LIT 211 - British Literature I
• LIT 212 - British Literature II
• LIT 240 - World Literature
• LIT 255 - Survey of American Literature
• LIT 315 - Multiethnic Literature
• LIT 318 - Shakespeare
• LIT 325 - Philosophical Foundations and Literary Theory
• LIT 400 - The Novel

Required supporting courses:

• Elementary I
• Elementary II
• Foreign Language

Plus:

Completion of the professional education courses and General Education courses described in the School of Education information. All professional education, general education courses for teachers, major, endorsement, and supporting courses require a grade of “C” or better for teacher licensure and graduation.

Recommended Supporting Courses:

• EDUC 214 - Early Adolescent Development
• EDUC 325 - Classroom Management
• ENGL 120 - Introduction to Theatre
• ENGL 141 - Introduction to Journalism
• ENGL 199/399 - Travel to England
• PHIL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy

Typical Courses for a Student Majoring in English