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English Education Introduction
This degree blends strong academic study in English with proven instructional strategies for the classroom. You will focus on theories and methods for teaching literature and composition, while gaining hands-on experience designing lessons that engage diverse learners.
Through your coursework, you will:
- Study literature and writing with an emphasis on how to teach both effectively in middle and high school settings.
- Learn educational theories, classroom strategies, and instructional methods for grades 6–12.
- Complete an education minor in a second subject, qualifying you to teach two content areas upon graduation.
- Prepare for teacher certification while building confidence as a communicator, mentor, and educator.
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AI in Academics
At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.
AI in English
You will develop the judgment to discern when a project should be strictly human-authored, AI-restricted, or AI-assisted. Mastering these distinctions allows you to balance modern productivity with the essential demands of creative integrity, copyright, and original thought.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.
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Create, communicate, deliver, and exchange offerings and products of value to consumers.
Study literature, language, writing, and the critical analysis of texts and ideas.
Teach middle and high school students in a specialize subject like literature, writing, and poetry.
Create and manage digital content across online platforms for communication goals.
Gather, investigate, and report news and information through various media platforms.
Manage an organization's image and communication with the public and media.
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