English Learners Minor

Minor Overview

The coursework for this minor provides extended preparation for teaching English learners, including practicum experience, for a total of 24 semester credits. For education majors, completion of this minor fulfills requirements for the English as a New Language (ENL) endorsement from the South Dakota Department of Education. This endorsement may be added to any education certification (elementary, K-12 or secondary).

Courses

Required Minor Course

Complete the following courses.

EDU311

Content Literacy for EL and Struggling Readers

(3.0 s.h)

EDU330

Content Practicum for EL & Struggling Readers

(3 s.h)

EDU324

Developmental & Educational Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

EDU233

English Learner Foundations

(3.0 s.h)

EDU251

Human Relations

(3.0 s.h)

ENG368

Language and Society

(3.0 s.h)
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B.A.

Elementary Education

A Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education prepares students to become effective educators for young children, typically from kindergarten through sixth grade.

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B.A.

Secondary Education

A Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education prepares students to become effective teachers for middle and high school students, typically ranging from grades 6-12.

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Sample Degree Plans

Four Year Sample Degree Plans
 

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