A bachelor of science degree in English Education at UMC is a career-oriented degree that allows students to work within the field of English Education in public schools at the 5-12 grade levels. Graduates with an English Education degree will gain an understanding and appreciation of the English language, education practices, develop critical thinking, communication, and theoretical application skills, and gain insight into the importance of diversity. Program outcomes Graduates will: 1. Apply learners’ growth and development principles across all domains to design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences. 2. Insure inclusive learning through understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures. 3. Work with others to create environments that support collaborative and engaged learning including self-motivation. 4. Demonstrate content knowledge, concepts, and tolls of inquiry in the disciplines/career clusters associated with writing, literature, and communication. 5. Connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving in authentic contexts. 6. Use a variety of assessment tools and practices to monitor learner progress and to plan and evaluate effective instruction. 7. Plan instruction that supports all learners in meeting rigorous learning goals within integrated curriculum. 8. Use a variety of instructional strategies that encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content and make relevant connections. 9. Engage in ethical practices and professional development as a career-long effort and responsibility. 10. Provide leadership and collaborate with families, school professionals, and community members in support of student learning.

Admission to UMC degree programs is based on our institutional admission criteria. When current undergraduate students and transfer students desire admission into MN State Approved Teacher Preparation Programs, a series of additional required assessment activities begin. Students submit the Teacher Education (TE) Application AFTER successful completion of 45 credits and BEFORE the completion of 60 credits. Students transferring from other institutions may exceed 60 credits (non-UMC) and must consult with academic advisor regarding timing of submission of TE Application. Students are required to have and maintain a minimum of 2.50 cumulative GPA to be admitted to Teacher Education programs.

1. Achieve and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. 2. Register and complete NES Basic Skills tests prior to admission to this Teacher Education program. Must achieve state-mandated cut scores on two of the three tests prior to student teaching. 3. Complete Teacher Education application materials. 4. Recognize that a minimum grade of C- is required in all program required courses 5. Complete and achieve passing scores on state-mandated edTPA (Teacher Performance Assessment)