Synthesis of Theory and Practice:
LEAD Experiences	Teaching English for Secondary Licensure ENG 5700	Senior Seminar ENG 5960
Course Goals Connect theory to practice in a variety of ways -- through synthesis of disciplinary skills in the senior seminar, methods of teaching, and practical work experience connected to the field.
Department Requirement Junior or senior year. More than one may be taken.	Department Requirement Junior or senior year. Required for teaching licensure.	Department Requirement Senior year.
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Pre-requisites Surveys, ENG 3010, 3020, and other literature or writing courses.
Research Methodology Practice extensive, independent skills. Craft and document a professional essay.
Oral Presentations Lead discussions on critical, theoretical, textual issues. Make formal presentations.
Independent Work Develop and produce an article length essay within the context of a disciplinary community.
Peer Groups Develop, understand, and contribute to student learning communities.
Close Reading Read and make connections between texts, and across genres and modes of presentation with less frequent assistance.
Editing and Revising Recognize that editing and revising abilities are central to the practices in this discipline. Students work independently and are supported by peer group feedback.
Theoretical Practice Understand the connections between theoretical practices and their consequences. Recognize, interpret, and produce theoretically informed arguments.