B.Ed. in Middle Education – English

Reach Young People with the Written Word by Pursuing a Bachelor of Education in Middle Education – English

When you think of your future and your calling, what do you see? Are you standing in front of a room full of young people — inspiring them, teaching them, and cultivating their minds for the diverse experiences they will be pursuing? If this idea is speaking to your passion and vision for your life, then Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Middle Education — English degree may be the next step in your academic journey.

When you pursue our bachelor’s degree in middle education with a concentration in English, you’re preparing yourself to teach middle school students concepts they’ll need throughout their education, lives, and careers. You’ll be ready to teach at the middle school level, and you’ll have the specific courses you need to effectively convey concepts and skills needed for English speakers.

When you partner with us to earn your undergraduate degree in education, you’ll obtain the skills, knowledge, professional experience, and credentials you need to start teaching middle school students in Virginia. We’re excited about this partnership and preparing someone like you — with your passion and enthusiasm — to teach adolescents.

Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Bachelor of Education program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.

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Why Choose Liberty’s B.Ed. in Middle Education – English Degree?

At Liberty University, our mission of Training Champions for Christ means that we strive to provide you with the best in all that we do. Rest in knowing that your degree will be taught with excellence and rigorous standards. Plus, each and every education course is taught by a professor who has years of real-life experience in the classroom, is invested in your success as a student, and is dedicated to teaching from a biblical worldview.

Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Additionally, Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). Because of this, your degree will be well-recognized and respected among other schools and employers.

Additionally, this program provides you with licensure approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), allowing you to teach in the state of Virginia upon graduation. This degree can prepare you with all the tools and education you’ll need to be successful in the classroom.

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What Will You Learn in Our Bachelor’s Degree in Middle Education – English?

The bachelor’s degree in middle education will prepare you with a variety of foundational courses in English, communication, math, history, physics, psychology, biology, and more. You’ll be well-prepared to communicate these ideas and topics to your students.

Additionally, you’ll study a variety of courses that focus on how to educate children and adolescents. Some of your courses will include topics such as classroom teaching and instructional design for middle classrooms. Your courses will also include teaching reading, writing and language to diverse learners, as well as behavioral and individual differences between students.

Plus, you’ll complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.

With your concentration in English, you’ll learn about world literature, expository writing, and modern grammar. These courses will give you the knowledge you’ll need to pass on core English language concepts to your middle school students.

Review the Degree Completion Plan, and check out our featured courses below to learn more about what you’ll be studying!

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