Overview

EIU's English Language Arts teacher licensure program has consistently been recognized as among the best programs for preparing English Language Arts teachers, not just in the state of Illinois but nationally.  The National Council of Teachers of English recognized EIU’s program as an “exemplar program for training Secondary English Teachers.” Our students consistently excel both at Eastern and in their careers as educators.

Students who are interested in teaching drama often double major or combine the ELA major with a Theatre minor. Some students also pursue other double majors or minors if they're interested in teaching more than one subject.

You won't have to wait for for senior year to get classroom experience. At EIU, teachers in training start observing in classrooms and taking on other practical activities early in their studies so that by the time student teaching arrives, they are super-confident and ready.

 

Degree: Bachelor of Arts with Teacher Licensure

Accreditation: Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

Resources

- Degree Plan (PDF)
- Program Information in EIU Catalog

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