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Fields of Study College of Education and Human Development

The College of Education and Human Development
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English education

You can prepare for a variety of professions within the field of English education. While most students pursue a career in secondary settings or high school teaching, others in the program have gone on to teach composition at the community college level or to serve as school curriculum coordinators.  Some have structured their studies to include specialty concentrations in composition, language, literature, reading, media, digital technologies, and oral interactions.

M.Ed./initial licensure in English education

(State of Minnesota licensure in communication arts and literature)

Program overview
Content area preadmission requirements

Additional licensure in communication arts and literature available
application [.pdf]

Master of education (M.Ed.) degree in curriculum and instruction: English education

Our M.Ed./professional studies program is for licensed teachers and other professionals interested in gaining advanced knowledge and skills in specific emphasis in their current field or a new field.

Program overview

Master of arts (M.A.) in literacy education

Offered through the Graduate School, our M.A. program emphasizes research and theory in the context of classroom application. It generally culminates in an extensive research project and final oral exam. The application procedures and tuition fees correspond to those of the Graduate School.

Program overview

Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in literacy education

Our Ph.D. degree in literacy education includes three specializations: critical literacy and English education, children's/adolescent literature, and reading education for all learners. The Ph.D. is a research degree. Students pursuing this degree are admitted through the Graduate School.

Program overview

 

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