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.