This program is designed for students interested in obtaining New Hampshire Teacher Certification in English (grades 5–12). Graduates will be endorsed for certification in New Hampshire and fully qualified to teach English and language arts in grades 5–12. The program is designed to meet all New Hampshire and NCTE standards for the preparation of teachers of English and language arts as well as providing a background in the subject areas of literature, writing, and language at the graduate level.
Required college-level coursework or equivalent competencies (audit, portfolio, or exam): analyzing and interpreting literature and literary criticism; creative and non-fiction writing above composition level; study of language; study of grammar; completion of four upper-level literature courses; sign language, journalism, communications, or media; and completion of six credits in American literature, British literature, or humanities.
Requirements for certification may change, subject to changes made by the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE). Teacher candidates can find the latest NHDOE standards at education.nh.gov/index.htm.
Curriculum & Requirements
Required Concentrations in this Major
Complete one concentration
English Education, 5–12 Certification (MEd)
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Core Component | ||
| ED 5000 | Social Behavior in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| ED 5010 | Philosophy, Ethics & Education | 3 |
| EN 5000 | Teacher Action Research | 3 |
| Learning Theory Component (if not met in undergraduate work) | ||
| ED 5060 | Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development | 3 |
| ED 5270 | Foundations of Teaching | 3 |
| SE 5400 | Classroom Interventions and Special Education Strategies | 3 |
| English Methods Component | ||
| EN 5645 | Teaching Writing: Knowledge & Experience | 3 |
| EN 5875 | Teaching Literature: Knowledge & Experience | 3 |
| Literature/Writing courses approved by advisor | 6 | |
| EN 5316 | Teaching Writing: Practicum | 1-3 |
| or EN 5317 | Teaching Writing: Practice | |
| EN 5556 | Teaching Literature: Practicum | 1-3 |
| or EN 5557 | Teaching Literature: Practice | |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| EN 5900 | English Education Teaching Internship 1 | 6-9 |
| Total Credits | 38-45 | |
- 1
Passing PRAXIS II scores required before starting field experience
English Education, 5–12 Certification Only
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Theory Component (if not met in undergraduate work) | ||
| ED 5060 | Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development | 3 |
| ED 5270 | Foundations of Teaching | 3 |
| SE 5400 | Classroom Interventions and Special Education Strategies | 3 |
| English Methods Component | ||
| EN 5557 | Teaching Literature: Practice | 3 |
| EN 5317 | Teaching Writing: Practice | 3 |
| EN 5645 | Teaching Writing: Knowledge & Experience | 3 |
| EN 5875 | Teaching Literature: Knowledge & Experience | 3 |
| English Component (Literature/Writing Courses) | ||
| Complete six credits of electives appropriate for your program of study and approved by advisor | 6 | |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| EN 5900 | English Education Teaching Internship 1 | 6-9 |
| Total Credits | 33-36 | |
- 1
Passing PRAXIS II scores required before starting field experience
English Teacher
Requirements
The MEd in English Education requires the following materials to be submitted through our online application
- Recommended 3.0 or better GPA in undergraduate coursework
- Official transcripts from any/all college level work
- Three professional recommendations
- Current Resume
- Statement of interest
- NH Residency Verification form (NH residents only)
- $75 application fee
Deadlines
Students pursuing English Education can apply for admission to any of the upcoming semesters. Here are the deadlines for 2023-24:
- Fall 2023 – August 1, 2023
- Spring 2024 – December 1, 2023
- Summer 2024 – April 15, 2024
*We suggest submitting your documentation at least two weeks prior to the posted date to ensure your application is complete and can be reviewed by the deadline.
2023-24 Estimated Graduate Per Credit Tuition and Mandatory Fees
| New Hampshire Resident | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Per Credit Total | ||
| Master’s Degrees/Certificates | $570 | $42 | $612 | |
| CAGS | $610 | $42 | $652 | |
| EDD | $665 | $42 | $707 | |
| Out-of-State Resident | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Mandatory Fees | Per Credit Total | ||
| Master’s Degrees/Certificates | $789 | $42 | $831 | |
| CAGS | $763 | $42 | $805 | |
| EDD | $845 | $42 | $887 | |
More information is available through the Student Financial Services Office.
Graduate students are eligible for financial aid in the form of student loans only. You will need to complete the FAFSA at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin taking classes. International students are not eligible for federal financial aid – please review our international admission requirements to learn more.
More information can be found on the Student Financial Services website.
Each year, Plymouth State offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships to admitted graduate students. Selection criteria include academic and professional achievements, commitment to graduate study, and achievement or pursuit of personal or professional goals. Visit the PSU Scholarship Opportunities webpage for additional information.
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Graduate Assistant positions are available on a limited basis to highly qualified graduate students who’ve been fully accepted into a graduate program at Plymouth State. Applications for assistantships should be returned to the Office of Academic Affairs by April 1 for the upcoming year.
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