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Program at a Glance

Program
Bachelor
College(s)
College of Community Innovation and Education
Department(s)
Teacher Education, Schl of
4
Years
U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges - Most Innovative 2025

Undergraduate Application Deadlines

Fall
May 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
July 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
March 1
Spring
September 1
Summer
January 1

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Course Overview

Critical Issues and Trends in Secondary Education

Examine critical and contemporary issues and trends in secondary education classrooms. Laboratory experiences will connect to the issues and trends specific to particular content areas.

Explore instructional, organizational and classroom management strategies to create effective learning environments. Fifteen hour in-school experience required.

Gain an understanding of content literacy in the K-12 school curriculum, including principles, strategies, assessment and promising practices.

Secondary Education Skills You'll Learn

  • Learn strategies for teaching chosen content area at the secondary level.
  • Differentiate instruction and teach all learners.
  • Infuse technology into instruction.
  • Apply effective classroom management strategies.

Career Opportunities

  • Middle School and High School Teacher
  • American History Teacher
  • English Language Arts Teacher
  • Geography Teacher
  • Mathematics Teacher
  • Science Teacher
  • Curriculum Developer
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