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Language Arts Teaching Minor Overview

At USI, you will learn the skills necessary to become an effective teacher of language arts. The language arts teaching minor is for elementary education majors who wish to emphasize literacy education in grades K-6. At USI, you will have the opportunity to work in an NCTE (National Council of Teachers of English) accredited program with faculty trained and experienced in education. Other advantages include extensive content-based knowledge, relevant workshops, and professionalization training, including teaching demos and interviews. Small class sizes, with under 25 students, cater to individuals who seek one-on-one interactions with faculty and mentors. The program is also nationally accredited by CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation).

Award Winning Students and Faculty
20
Average Class Size

Credits Breakdowns

General
Education

39
Credits

Minor Credits

24
Credits

Total Credits

63
Credits

Additional credit hours could indicate a major, second minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.

An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor.

The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.

A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation.

Incoming Students

  • Start Date:
    January 13, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    January 09, 2025
  • Start Date:
    August 18, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    August 13, 2025
  • Start Date:
    January 12, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    January 08, 2026
  • Start Date:
    August 17, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    August 12, 2026
  • Start Date:
    January 11, 2027
    Registration Deadline:
    January 07, 2027

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Oana A. Popescu-Sandu
Professor of English
Chair of English Department

Career Outlook

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USI’s teaching program has a good placement rate with local and area schools. Most employers seek candidates with skills in critical thinking, reading, writing, team collaboration and organizational skills, all skills you’ll gain at USI. The program has a 100% pass rate on the Indiana licensure examination. Outside of teaching, earning a teaching degree is also a good preparation for further academic study and graduate school.

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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

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