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California State University, Chico
College of Humanities and Fine Arts

Secondary Language Arts Minor

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  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Minor

  • Delivery Type

    On Campus

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Helping middle and high school students improve their reading, writing, and comprehension skills is a true gift. A minor in secondary language arts will help you become a better teacher and communicator and equip you with the skills to meet the needs of learners at all phases of development.

You’ll have opportunities to learn about key aspects of English, from composition and literature to linguistics and creative writing. Courses in this minor count toward a Single Subject Teaching Credential and fulfill the Single Subject Matter Preparation Program in English.

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Create Your Own Path

You’ll choose from courses that are designed specifically to enhance your ability to teach literacy skills. Beyond required classes addressing theory and educational settings, you can opt for a broad understanding of English studies or complete a more focused program in a particular subject related to poetry, literature, or theatre.

Empower Students and Build Your Expertise

Learn strategies and skills essential for teaching and guiding learners.

Skills include:

  • Analysis of literature and media
  • Classroom communication and management
  • Curriculum design for language arts
  • Inspiring critical thinking in students
  • Teaching methods for writing and reading

Focused on Education

A minor in secondary language arts builds on the coursework of our English education program and complements any teaching degree or credential program.

Majors to consider:

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An Expert Network

Talk with acclaimed contemporary writers about their journey and yours as part of the Writer’s Voice program, which brings esteemed authors to campus to lead creative writing workshops and give public readings of their work. Control cutting-edge equipment in the Linguistics Lab while performing innovative studies using eye tracking and ultrasound.