Bachelor of Science [B.S] [English Education] From Bob Jones University

BJU?s English education program ensures that you?ll gain proficiency in speech, writing, grammar, literature, technology and pedagogy. You?ll develop a thorough understanding of English language arts in your content area classes?including Structure of Modern English, Multiethnic Literature, Expository Writing, and Teaching Speech & Drama.

Through your education classes?Theories of Teaching & Learning, Teaching Reading & Writing in the Content Areas, Teaching English: Writing, and Teaching English: Literature?you?ll develop your own working educational philosophy. In one class, you will create a Christian worldview statement specifically concerning the teaching of literature.

Your methods and technology classes will provide experience with diverse teaching strategies and up-to-date educational technology. Some of your projects will include creating a graphic novel for teens and developing a three-week teaching unit on a major literary novel.

Most importantly, you?ll gain real-life experience in the classroom through varied practicum experiences in your sophomore and junior years. Finally, during your senior year you?ll complete your degree with a semester-long clinical practice, enabling you to work in a local high school classroom setting with an experienced English teacher.