Bachelor of Science in Education
Learn how to foster young students’ understanding of and passion for reading and writing through our English Education major. Our outstanding faculty will help you design instruction, manage a classroom, and learn to share your passion for words with your own students. Enrich the lives of future generations while growing your own writing, critical thinking, and literary analysis.
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Meet an English Education Graduate
Hannah Dockter
Read more about HannahEnglish Education Alum and First-Year Teacher
“VCSU has helped me achieve my goal of becoming a future educator. My classes and professors have prepared me to go out and teach in today’s high school. I have grown into myself at this school and have found new interests and hobbies.”
- Teaching English LanguageMinor - Teaching English Language LearnersA minor in Teaching English Language Learners opens your career path to more options than just teaching - get ready to explore other cultures, travel, and help diverse populations understand the complexity of the English language.Learn More about Teaching English Language Learners
- Athletic CoachingMinor - Athletic CoachingSupplement your teaching experience by adding a minor in Athletic Coaching. You'll gain the opportunity to influence students in and outside the classroom.Learn more
- Library Media and Information ScienceMinor - Library Media and Information ScienceCompletion of the Library minor (24 hours) qualifies students as a Library Media Specialist at the LMO2 level in North Dakota.Learn More about LMIS
- Speech, Communication, & Theatre for TeachersMinor - Speech, Communication, & Theatre for TeachersChoose this minor if you plan to teach public speaking courses and/or coach speech or debate in high schools.Learn more
Beyond graduation
Explore the possibilities
In your career as an English Language Arts Teacher, you will need skills in many different areas. Some of those skill areas include:
- Teaching
- Instructional Design
- Assessment
- Classroom Management
Join clubs and organizations to get involved on campus and in your major.
Be part of English Club!
Submit to The Forge!
Where you'll study
Plan of Study
- English Composition I
- Lab Science
- Mathematics
- Speech Communication
- Computer Science and Literacy
- Viking Voyage
- English Composition II
- Introduction to Film
- Concepts of Fitness and Wellness
- Lab Science
- Introduction to Psychology
- Art or Music
- Oral Interpretation
- Introduction to Education
- Creative Writing
- American Literature
- Grammatical Analysis
- Understanding Media and Social Change
- Understanding Cultural Diversity in Education
- Culturally Diverse Practicum
- Literary Publications
- Linguistics and Language Acquisition
- Critical Theory
- Introduction to Media Writing
- Secondary Practicum and Classroom Management
- World Literature I
- Methods of Teaching English
- Teaching Reading in the Content Areas
- Educating Exceptional Students
- Writing in the Major
- British Literature I
- Young Adult Reading and Literature
- Shakespeare
- Educational Psychology
- Education Technology
- Additional Humanities or Social Science
- Digital Communication
- Studies in World Literature
- Trends in Assessment and Educational Issues
- Developmental Psychology
- Senior Capstone
- Student Teaching (Secondary)
- Introduction to Theatre Arts
Meet an Alum
David Woods
Read more about DavidEnglish Education alumni
“It’s a place where if you wanted to create something, you’re going to get the support to create it,” he says. “It’s a place where you can create a community and do whatever you want to improve it.”
Meet the advisor
Language and Literature
- McFarland Hall 316
Accreditation
A college education is an investment in yourself. Making sure your education is high-quality can be difficult, but not at VCSU. We are proud to be accredited by numerous institutions, and with that accreditation comes the assurance you’re receiving the highest quality education that will prepare you for your career.