English Education
Why Pursue English Education?
No matter how language changes, no matter how it is delivered, it still matters – and it can still change the lives of young and impressionable minds. Whether it comes from reading a book or poem or learning how to write out their own thoughts effectively and correctly, so many middle and high school students make a connection with English and language arts that serves them for the rest of their lives. With a Bachelor of Arts in English education from Piedmont University, you can be the one to deliver that lifelong love to students.
You can also fulfill a serious need in our state, as there is a continuing shortage of highly qualified English/language arts teachers in Georgia. Because of that fact, an English education degree from Piedmont will give you great flexibility as you choose from various teaching positions in public and independent systems across the state. At Piedmont you also have the option of putting your Bachler of Arts studies toward our Dual-Degree program, which gets you a head start on a Master of Arts in education.
How a Piedmont English Education Degree Helps You
A Piedmont English Education degree prepares you to teach reading, writing, and literature by building strong communication, analytical, and instructional skills. It also equips you to inspire critical thinking and a love of language in diverse classroom settings and beyond.
- Learn a targeted program of study that encompasses both the fundamentals of teaching and the details of an English/language arts concentration.
- Experience the impact that diversity has on schooling and consider the implications on teaching and learning.
- Make yourself attractive to school systems around the state by graduating with a concentration that is understaffed in Georgia education.
- Get a head start on a graduate degree in English with Piedmont’s Dual Degree program.
More About English Education
Learn more about English Education and the variety of options available to you as a Piedmont student.
An English education degree from Piedmont certifies you to teach in grades 6-12 in both public and independent schools in the state of Georgia. A Piedmont degree also opens doors to a wide range of professional opportunities at schools and school systems throughout the state of Georgia.
Piedmont’s BA degree program in english education is a joint program with our College of Arts and Sciences. Students are assigned a faculty advisor in the chosen content field as well as an advisor within the College of Education. In addition to course work in the liberal arts and sciences and the chosen content teaching field, students also complete courses in teaching and learning and teaching methodology.
You know that the right book, short story, or poem can capture the imagination like nothing else. As an English/language arts teacher for young adults, you have the chance to share that passion and love of reading with a whole range of students. Show them how instrumental language and writing has been in your life and watch as they gain an appreciation that will last a lifetime.
All undergraduate candidates complete the reading endorsement course sequence (4 courses) with a strong focus on literacy development, reading interventions, and reading assessments. Specifically, candidates complete course content in the areas of reading and language arts methods, reading assessments, writing and spelling assessments, and dyslexia interventions. Methods courses include instructional practices for supporting students identified as ELLs, gifted, or from other diverse ability groups. Candidates will complete 76 credit hours of major coursework, as part of their 121-hour, 4-year degree.
Students anticipating a career teaching English in grades 6–12 may pursue either A) the program beginning in the freshman year leading toward certification at the T-4 (bachelor’s) level or B) the Dual-Degree program leading toward certification at the T-5 (master’s) level. Students may enter the T-4 program up to the first semester of the junior year. After that, the dual-degree program is the only option.
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Meet our Faculty
Our faculty are passionate scholars and experienced educators who specialize in language, literature, and pedagogy, guiding future teachers to effectively engage and inspire students through reading and writing.
Where do I start?
To begin your journey toward becoming an English Education student at Piedmont University, you can start by applying today! Or, schedule a campus visit and meet with admissions and financial aid advisors, as well as faculty members in education.