English Language Arts Education K-12

The English Language Arts Education program at the University of Florida is unlocking the power of literacy for the next generation. Whether preparing for teacher certification, educational leadership, or literacy research, our program provides the perfect launch pad for the next step in your education career.

Students earning advanced degrees in Curriculum and Instruction may elect a concentration in English Education. English Education concentrations are available for all of the Curriculum and Instruction degrees. For additional information, contact Dr. Angela Kohnen or Dr. Danling Fu.

Program Offerings

With a concentration in English Education, students can choose to earn a Master’s degree, Specialist degree, Teacher Certificate or Doctorate degree.

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On-Campus Ph.D.

Doctorate Program

Students who enter the doctoral program in Curriculum &  Instruction with a concentration in English Education work with a faculty adviser to develop scholarship in language and literacy and to engage in professional research.

On Campus Ph.D.

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On-Campus Ed.S.

Specialist Program

Students earning an Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on English language arts/ literacy studies become familiar with theories of learning, the history of literacy studies, and current research in the discipline.

Online Ed.S.

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On-campus M.Ed.

Master’s Program

Students earning the M.A.E. with a focus on English language arts learn research-based classroom practices and theories of learning that support language and literacy development.

Online M.Ed.