Secondary Education - Secondary English University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Overview

The Secondary Education - Secondary English programme at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides a comprehensive pathway for aspiring educators to master the instruction of writing, language, and literature. Students engage in a curriculum designed to foster deep pedagogical knowledge while meeting state certification standards for teaching grades 6 through 12.

The curriculum is structured to ensure that graduates can make complex content accessible to diverse learners. By integrating technology and student-centered teaching methods, the programme develops professionals who can create respectful and productive classroom environments. Practical field experiences are embedded throughout the course to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Why Secondary Education - Secondary English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

The College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is renowned for a long-standing history of excellence in teacher preparation. A hallmark of the institution is its nationally recognised early field placement system, which allows students to gain hands-on experience in public and private schools well before their final semester.

Students benefit from dedicated career coaching and a supportive academic community focused on enhancing outcomes for schools and families. The programme emphasises experiential learning, ensuring that every candidate completes essential practicums and student teaching. These distinctive features make graduates highly marketable to educational employers across the region.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 30330 per year
• National fee: USD 30330 per year
• Local fee: USD 11100 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes a variety of foundational and specialised courses. Modules may include:

• Writing and Inquiry
• Writing for Change
• Writing and Communities
• Instructional Technology
• Statistical Methods
• Applied Calculus
• Contemporary Mathematics
• Statistics
• Adolescent Development for Education
• Child Development for Education
• Human Development and the Family
• School and Society
• Multicultural Education
• Secondary Student Teaching Seminar
• Teaching Matters
• Composition Theory and Practice
• Reading Theory and Practice
• Linguistics in Language and Learning Contexts
• Literature for Adolescents
• Fiction Writing
• Poetry Writing
• Uses of Literacy
• Digital Archives and Editions
• Second Language Acquisition
• Linguistics for Language Teachers
• Special Education
• Teaching Multilingual Learners in Content Areas
• Secondary Language Arts

Careers with Secondary Education - Secondary English

Graduates are eligible for endorsement by the Nebraska Department of Education to teach English language arts in middle and high school settings. The programme prepares students for roles as classroom teachers, literacy specialists, and educational consultants within public and private school districts. Career coaches assist students in navigating employment opportunities and planning for potential graduate studies in education.