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English Adolescence Education majors extend their study of theories and techniques of engaged pedagogy through reading, writing, and discussion. Progressive pedagogies, new literacies, differentiated learning, and anchor standards are among the topics considered.

Designed primarily for English Adolescence Education majors, this course explores the theoretical and practical implications of technology for the nature of literacy. The course presents approaches to helping secondary students improve their literacy through the use of technology.

Study of and written responses to a broad variety of texts written for, by, and about adolescents. Examination of the adolescent experience as it is depicted in this literature, with an emphasis on multicultural education, diversity, and the educational system. Students will discuss and prepare to teach adolescent literature to children from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.