Bachelor of Science

Academic Learning Compact

Major: English Education
Degree Designation: Bachelor of Science

Identification of Core Student Learning Outcomes 

Graduates of this program should be able to do the following:

Content/Discipline Skills:

  • Understand language development
  • Demonstrate written discourse
  • Respond to and interpret literature
  • Demonstrate knowledge of print and non-print media
  • Assess student learning
  • Provide instruction in oral, written and visual languages
  • Provide instruction in reading, literature and non-print media

Critical Thinking Skills:

  • Critically examine literary texts for use with adolescents
  • Provide written reflection about classroom discourse
  • Critically examine print and non-print media for use with middle and high school students
  • Critically examine the nature of classroom contexts in different social and cultural environments

Communication Skills:

  • Read expository and narrative texts and interpret for meaning
  • Write for a variety of audiences using multiple genres
  • Model effective oral communication strategies in teaching
  • Participate in an active viewing and listening community

Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes

Through a variety of mechanisms including core task assessments, examinations, internships, portfolio evaluations, capstone experiences and assignments, English Education program faculty will measure students鈥� achievement of the identified core learning outcomes. The results of the assessments will be used to improve student achievement and program effectiveness.