Language Arts

Area of Humane Learning

Graduates who earn a language arts major go on to teach in public and private schools, to study library science/information technology, and to work in marketing, customer assistance, and other aspects of the business world.

The course of study in language arts is designed to enable students (1) to read literary texts with appreciation and understanding; (2) to write clearly and effectively; and (3) to acquire a broad knowledge base in literature, language, and theatre arts which will enable them to pursue a career in middle grades education or other related fields.

Language Arts major – B.A. (33 hrs)

Six hours of literature from HUMN 101, 102, 201, 202 (6 hrs)
Six hours of foreign language (French or Spanish only for those pursuing middle grades licensure) at the intermediate level or higher (6 hrs)
ENGL 304 or 305 Survey of American Literature (3 hrs)
ENGL 311 Advanced Grammar (3 hrs)
ENGL 402 Short Story or 363 Appalachian Literature or 365 Literature by Women (3 hrs)
ENGL 460 Elizabethan Drama or 461 Jacobean Drama (3 hrs)
ENGL, THEA or foreign language electives at the 300 or 400 level (Those seeking middle grades licensure should select ENGL 354 as one of the electives.) (9 hrs)

The language arts major is available only as a Bachelor of Arts degree; therefore, foreign language through the intermediate level is required.

Language Arts major (Elementary and Middle Grades licensure)

      Six hours of literature from HUMN 101, 102, 201, 202 (6 hrs)
Six hours of foreign language (FREN or SPAN only) at the intermediate level or higher (6 hrs)
ENGL 304 Survey of American Literature (3 hrs)
ENGL 311 Advanced Grammar (3 hrs)
ENGL 354 Children's Literature (3 hrs)
ENGL 363 Appalachian Literature or 365 Literature by Women or 402 Short Story (3 hrs)
ENGL 460 Elizabethan Drama or 461 Jacobean Drama (3 hrs)
ENGL, THEA, or foreign language electives at the 300 or 400 level (6 hrs)

For additional information about the teacher licensure program, including a list of courses required for licensure, see the Education: Licensure Programs section of the catalog.

French minor (18 hrs)

The French program emphasizes the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. While the primary focus is on developing competency in communication, the secondary French licensure program and the French minor provide a foundation in the literature and culture of the country. Graduates may pursue careers in teaching, in translating and interpreting (with additional study), in the tourism and hospitality industry, or in the diplomatic services. French is a valuable asset in international business, in international agencies (such as the International Red Cross), and in the fashion industry.

Eighteen hours of French beyond the level of French 111 – 112

Some of these courses may need to be taken off Milligan's campus; cooperative opportunities are available.

Greek minor (18 hrs)

GREE 111-112. Elementary Greek
GREE 221-222. Intermediate Greek
GREE 290. Independent Study
GREE 331. Advanced Greek Exegesis
GREE 332. Advanced Greek Readings

The Spanish program emphasizes the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. While the primary focus is on developing competency in communication, the secondary Spanish licensure program and the Spanish minor provide a foundation in the literature and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Graduates may pursue careers in teaching, in translating and interpreting (with additional study), in the tourism and hospitality industry, or in the diplomatic services. Spanish is a valuable asset in international business and in international agencies. In certain regions, Spanish is necessary for elementary and high school teachers of all subject areas and for social service careers.

Spanish minor (18 hrs)

18 hrs beyond the level of SPAN 111-112
Some of these courses may need to be taken off Milligan's campus; cooperative opportunities are available.

German

German is Europe's most widely distributed language. The official language of Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, German is the language of Europe's foremost business economy. Students of music, psychology, theology, and the laboratory sciences find German to be of inestimable value. Mastery of German at the intermediate level equips students to read, write, converse, and do basic academic research.

Source: 2007-08 Catalog

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