ENG 4640 - Teaching English, 7–12

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

This course is intended for students seeking a degree in English with a concentration in Secondary Education through MSCD or for students seeking licensure through MSCD’s Teacher Education Program to teach secondary English. Degree-seeking students who are not seeking licensure prior to graduation should take this course during their last semester of coursework. Students who are seeking licensure should take this course during the semester prior to their student teaching. In this course, students preparing to teach English in grades 7 through 12 will integrate knowledge and pedagogical strategies from earlier courses. Students will address issues of diversity, adolescent development, integration of the English language arts, and their own professional development. Students will apply concepts learned in ENG 4640 to field placements in secondary school settings in collaboration with EDS 3220. (Senior Experience)