Teaching Communication Arts and Literature B.A.A.

The Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) degree in Teaching Communication Arts and Literature prepares students to teach Communication Arts and Literature (Grades 5-12). The major aligns to the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) standards for Communication Arts and Literature in grades 5-12 in Minnesota.

The B.A.A. in teaching communication arts/literature is offered by the Department of Education in conjunction with the Department of English, Linguistics and Writing Studies and the Department of Communication. This program is required for students seeking teacher licensure as Minnesota Communication Arts and Literature teachers for grades 5 through 12.

Students should utilize a What-if APAS Report as the official tool to see all requirements for degree completion. Due to the complexity of the admission to the blocks process, students are strongly encouraged to meet with their assigned academic advisor on a regular basis to establish a plan for program completion.