Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog Program: Secondary Education Language, Literature and Writing [BA] Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
Secondary Education Language, Literature and Writing [BA]English Education, in collaboration with programs in the department of English Language and Literature and the College of Education, is a Bachelor of Arts program committed to developing and sustaining knowledgeable and reflective teachers of literacy in a diverse society. Learn Researched-based approaches to teaching reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing to secondary-level students. You will read and write in a range of literary, academic, and professional genres; read, reflect on, and engage in ways of teaching; develop formative and summative assessments; participate in field experiences. Opportunities You can participate in professional conferences sponsored by the Eastern Michigan Writing Project, such as “EdCamp” and “Literacy for Life.” Successful completion of this course of study, in the context of other program requirements, qualifies the student for recommendation for the Michigan Department of Education Secondary Standard Certificate endorsed in English, certification code BA, and, depending on the minor selected, an additional endorsement. |
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Department InformationEnglish Language & Literature, College of Arts & Sciences Joseph Csicsila, Ph.D. | Interim Department Head | 612 Pray-Harrold | 734.487.4220 | jcsicsila@emich.edu | ||||
Advisor InformationJohn Staunton | Program Coordinator | 734.487.4220 | jstaunto@emich.edu Cathy Fleischer | 734.487.4220 | cathy.fleischer@emich.edu Bill Tucker | 734.487.4220 | wtucker@emich.edu | ||||
Teacher CertificationSuccessful completion of this course of study, in the context of other program requirements, qualifies the student for recommendation for the Michigan Department of Education Secondary Standard Certificate endorsed in English, certification code BA, and, depending on the minor selected, an additional endorsement. This program of study meets all requirements of the National Council of Teachers of English. The Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) covering this field is #002, “English.” | ||||
Initial Teacher Preparation Program AdmissionIn order to pursue the sequence of courses necessary to complete eligibility for a recommendation for certification, one must apply for and be admitted to the teacher preparation program. Admission requirements are common for all teacher preparation programs, except that certain special education programs have additional requirements. Admission to the teacher preparation program is not automatic and is a two-phase process. Only those persons who have formally applied are considered for admission. Not all persons who apply become eligible for admission. Teaching majors and minors are unofficial until program admission. Students pursuing teacher certification should follow the catalog that exists at the time of program admission. It is important that students apply to the teacher preparation program as soon as they have earned 56 credit hours. Admission to Phase I of the Initial Teacher Preparation Program Students must meet all of the following requirements
Admission to Initial Teacher Preparation Program Candidacy Students must meet all of the following requirements, and complete Phase I before starting Phase II
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General Education Requirements:For specific requirements, see General Education or print a worksheet. | ||||
Major Requirements: 36 hours | ||||
Required Courses: 9 hours | ||||
Course Name | Credit Hour: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
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ENGL 300W - Writing About Literature [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) 6 hours of Humanities (GEKH) General Education coursework | 3 hrs | |||
LING 201 - An Introduction to Linguistics Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 328W - Writing, Style and Technology [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) JRNL 215, WRTG 225, ENGL 300W, WRTG 323W, WRTG 324W, or WRTG 326W | 3 hrs | |||
Restricted Elective Courses: 27 hours | ||||
Course Name | Credit Hour: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
One course from Genre: | ||||
LITR 411 - Studies in Epic and Romance Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 420 - Studies in the British Novel Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 421 - Studies in the American Novel Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 422W - Studies in the Novel in Global Perspective [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and One LITR course (300-399) | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 430 - Studies in Drama Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 440 - Genre Studies Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 470 - Studies in Poetry Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Language Study: | ||||
LING 401 - Introduction to Linguistic Science Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) LING 201 or LNGE 223 | 3 hrs | |||
LING 402 - Modern English Grammar Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LING 421 - The History of the English Language Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) LING 201 or LING 401 | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Multicultural Literature: | ||||
LITR 361 - Studies in Native American Literature Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 362 - Studies in African American Literature Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
One course from British Literature: | ||||
LITR 312 - English Literature in the Middle Ages Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 314W - English Renaissance Prose and Poetry 1500-1660 [GEWI] Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 315 - Restoration and 18th-Century Literature Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 316W - Romantic Rebellion in Britain 1798-1832 [GEWI] Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 317 - Victorian and Edwardian Literature 1832-1914 Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
One course from American Literature: | ||||
LITR 309W - The Development of American Literature [GEWI] Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 310 - Modern American Literature Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 360 - Recent Trends in British and American Literature Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Major Authors: | ||||
LITR 405W - Shakespeare [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 413 - The Poetry of Chaucer Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 450 - Major Authors Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and One 300-level LITR course (300-399) | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Writing, Literature or Language Study: Choose one additional course from any Restricted Electives category or from one of the following: | ||||
CRTW 300W - Gateway to the Creative Writing Program [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CRTW 201 | 3 hrs | |||
JRNL 215 - News Writing and Reporting Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
LING 310 - African American Language Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) LING 201 or LNGE 223 or AFC 101 | 3 hrs | |||
LING 340 - Language and Culture Course Rotation Variable Schedule (see dept.) Prerequisite(s) ANTH 135, LING 201, or LNGE 223 | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 400 - Narrative in Literature and Film Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 443 - Women in Literature Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
LITR 480W - Studies in Literature and Culture [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and one 300-level (300-399) LITR course | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 323W - Writing in the Professional World [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
WRTG 324W - Principles of Technical Communication [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Writing Pedagogy: | ||||
ENGL 408W - Writing for Secondary Teachers [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) ENGL 300W and WRTG 328W Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
One course from Young Adult Literature: | ||||
CHL 455 - Adolescent Literature Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CHL 207 or ENGL 300W | 3 hrs | |||
Professional Secondary Education Sequence: 40 hours | ||||
Course Name | Credit Hour: | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed |
Pre-Admission Phase - The Learner and the Community: 7 hours Students must be Sophomore standing or higher to begin this phase | ||||
EDPS 322 - Human Development and Learning Course Rotation | 4 hrs | |||
SPGN 251 - Introduction to Inclusion and Disabilities Studies in a Diverse Society [GEUS] Course Rotation | 3 hrs | |||
Phase I - Curriculum, Assessment and the Social Context: 12 hours The following courses require formal admission to Phase I of the Initial Teacher Preparation Program: | ||||
CURR 305 - Curriculum and Methods: Secondary Must be taken with PRCT 305L4 Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) EDPS 322 or EDPS 325 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
EDPS 340 - Introduction to Assessment and Evaluation Must be taken with or after CURR 305 Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) EDPS 322 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
PRCT 305L4 - Practicum I: Secondary [GELB] Must be taken with CURR 305 Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) EDPS 322 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
SFCE 328W - Schools for a Diverse and Democratic Society [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) WRTG 121 | 3 hrs | |||
Phase II - Content and Methods and Teaching: 12 hours Completion of Phase I and formal admission to Initial Teacher Preparation Program Candidacy is required to begin Phase II. | ||||
ENGL 409W - Teaching English in the Secondary Schools [GEWI] Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CURR 305, LING 201, and One LITR course 300-399 Course taken the term before student teaching; not open to students on academic probation; must have at least a 2.75 GPA in major; Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
LTEC 330 - Instructional Applications of Media and Technology Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CURR 304, CURR 305, BMMT 200, PHED 302, MUED 330, MUED 332, or TEDU 350 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
PRCT 311L4 - Practicum II: Secondary [GELB] Must be taken with RDNG 311 Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CURR 305 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
RDNG 311 - Teaching Reading in the Secondary School Must be taken with PRCT 311L4 Course Rotation Prerequisite(s) CURR 305, ARTE 358, PHED 302, BMMT 200, MUED 330, MUED 332, or TEDU 350 Initial Teacher Preparation Program admission is required for enrollment in this course. | 3 hrs | |||
Phase III - Capstone Experience: 9 hours Completion of Phase II and 100 pre-student teaching hours is required to begin this phase | ||||
EDUC 492L4 - Student Teaching [GELB] Course Rotation | 9 hrs | |||
This course requires a formal application to be submitted 7-8 months prior to the Student Teaching semester | ||||
Minor Requirement:This major requires a minor. For a list of available minors, please see Academic Programs or contact your major advisor. | ||||
Program Total:Students must earn a minimum total of 124 credits at the 100-level or above. Beginning in Fall 2022, all baccalaureate degree programs for all undergraduates (regardless of catalog year) will require a minimum of 120 credit hours for completion. | ||||
Critical Graduation InformationEach undergraduate student will be responsible for the fulfillment of the requirements or their equivalents of the Eastern Michigan University catalog in force at the time of their initial registration at a college or university or a subsequent catalog including the one in effect at the time of their graduation. In the event an undergraduate student does not complete the degree requirements within seven years of the date of their original registration at a college or university, the student may be required to have their credits re-evaluated by the academic department(s) of their major/minor in keeping with catalog requirements in force during the year of their graduation. The following are minimum requirements for all bachelor’s degrees awarded by Eastern Michigan University. Some majors and minors require more than the minimum in one or more of the areas below; students are urged to consult the online catalog for the requirements of their particular programs.
General Education Requirements EMU’s General Education Program requires students to choose from a menu of approved courses in several different areas; do not assume that other courses in the same department or with similar names will fulfill these requirements. A detailed description of General Education requirements is available in the General Education section of the catalog. Students who transferred to EMU may have modified general education requirements based on Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) or articulation agreements; consult your academic advisor for additional information. | ||||
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