This major satisfies the endorsement for English/language arts. Majors must complete the Teacher Certification Program requirements for secondary certification available through the Department of Education Foundations and Curriculum. Majors are expected to complete ENG 302 and ENG 303 prior to enrolling in other upper-division major requirements. English 422, 430, 488 and 492 are required prior to student teaching. English 430, 488 and 492 must be taken concurrently. All other major requirements must be completed before enrollment in or taken concurrently with ENG 488. Enrollment in ENG 488 is by permission. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate their understanding of the relationship between English studies and educational principles and practices by designing and presenting age-appropriate and pedagogically sound applications of language and literature.