The English Teacher Education (B.A.) at Illinois State University is designed for aspiring educators passionate about fostering strong literacy and communication skills in secondary school students (grades 9-12). You will delve into the core principles of English language arts pedagogy, integrating theoretical research with practical best practices to prepare you for diverse classroom environments. This undergraduate program equips you with essential content knowledge and discipline-specific methods, focusing on how to effectively teach integrated language arts skills. If you are driven to inspire the next generation of readers and writers, this degree provides a robust foundation.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts degree is studied over four years, requiring a minimum of 120 credit hours, including 40 senior-level hours. Your learning journey will involve coursework in literature, language, and pedagogy, alongside practical teaching experiences. You will engage in clinical experiences at both University High School and various public school settings, including rural, suburban, and urban classrooms. You will graduate prepared to seek initial licensure as an English Language Arts teacher, ready to make a significant impact in secondary education.