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English

Jessica Baldanzi, Assistant Professor of English
Skip Barnett, Associate Professor of English, Intl Student Advisor
Beth Birky, Department Chair, Professor of English
Ann Hostetler, Professor of English
Kyle Schlabach, Assistant Professor of English

Introduction

The English department offers three majors, three minors and a one-year certificate. Five teacher certification options are also available.

Major and minor in English
Major in English writing and minor in writing
Major and minor in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)
Certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

Visit the English department website at www.goshen.edu/english for more information.

The English department is committed to examining human values and expression through the study of both the production of and response to texts in diverse cultural contexts. Literature courses feature national and global literary traditions, genre studies, popular and canonical trends, and textual analysis. Writing courses teach the expository, creative, and research strategies needed for students to express themselves professionally and personally. While developing skills in purposeful thinking, logical organization, and clear expression, students also have opportunities to share their writing through publication or public presentation. Language courses teach historical and sociological frameworks for language development, as well as a respect for the power of language as a social and artistic tool.

Co-curricular opportunities in publishing include writing, editing, and producing student work through Broadside, Pinchpenny Press, Red Cents, and the Horswell fellowship.

Students choosing the major in English may customize their degrees with a balance of literature, writing and language courses. With an English minor, students from any discipline can select literature, language, or writing courses that support their professional goals and personal interests. The English minor will help students become critical thinkers and readers and accomplished communicators.

Students who select the major in English writing will develop skills in multiple genres, with specific attention to the cultural and professional contexts in which their writing will appear. Literature and arts-related requirements allow students to explore creative expression in Visual Art, Music, or Theater. The writing minor, taught in collaboration with the Communicaion department, enables students to expand their abilities as authors of creative and nonfiction texts. The writing minor provides complementary skills for students of any profession.

The TESOL major uses a strong intercultural framework to prepare students to teach in many different settings. The TESOL minor provides students with the fundamental skills needed to be successful teachers of English to speakers of other languages in situations other than the public school system (for example, in service work abroad). A one-year TESOL certificate may be earned by students with a minimum background of one year of college and skill in a second language equal to 102-college level.

Teacher education certification in English and TESOL

In collaboration with the Education department, the English department offers four different teacher education state certification programs that equip students to teach English or English Learners (EL) in public schools and elsewhere:

Grades 5-12 certification in English/language arts education: in addition to, or as part of, the English major, students complete Engl 201 or 307; Engl 319; Comm 200; Comm 206 or Intl 256; Educ 307; a writing course; a film or performance course; and the Secondary Education track in the Education department, including a semester of student teaching.
Grades K-6 certification in English learners education (EL): students complete the normal Elementary Education major and Engl 204, 310, 315, 319, 320 and 325 (unless student teaching is done in EL).
Grades 5-12 certification in EL: students complete the TESOL major and the Secondary Education track in the Education department.
Grades K-12 certification in EL: students complete the TESOL major and the Secondary Education track and take Engl 325 for 2 credits.

Honors thesis

Students who wish to complete a major scholarly or creative project as part of their English, English Writing or TESOL major may enroll in Engl 499, English Honors Thesis, a three-credit hour independent study designed for this purpose.

Career and postgraduate opportunities

English is a versatile major that prepares students for a wide range of jobs after graduation. English graduates are employed around the world, in occupations such as teaching, law, library science, publishing, public relations, journalism, and museum studies. Many graduates have gone on to service with church agencies, the ministry, or nonprofit management or administration. Their superior critical thinking, language, and writing skills have also led to successful careers in business, medicine, web development, and social services. A significant number of TESOL graduates are engaged in teaching English as a second language in the U.S. and abroad, as well as serving in legal and business translation. Learning to read critically and write clearly provides a strong base for graduate schools in literary study and many other fields.

Major in English

39 credit hours

Engl 201, World Literature 3
Engl 204, Expository Writing 3
Engl 300, Critical Theory and Practice 3
One British Literature course 3

One American Literature course 3

Engl 315, The English Language 3
Engl 409, Senior Practicum 1-2
Engl 410, English Senior Seminar 2
Elective courses in English 15
Related course selected from the following: 3
Aesthetics, Art History, Bible/Religion, Children's and Adolescent Literature, Communication, History, Linguistics, Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, Music History, Sociology, Peace/Justice/Conflict Studies, Philosophy, TESOL Methods, Theater, Women's Studies

Planning guide

First year	General education Literature and Writing or Introduction to Literature World Literature Introduction to Creative Writing Literature and Popular Culture
Second year	General education, including Humanities Expository Writing Critical Theory and Practice British or American Literature course Literature of Ethnicity, Gender and Race SST
Third year	General education American or British Literature course The English Language English electives Related course
Fourth year	Balance of general education Balance of major and related courses Senior Practicum Senior Seminar

Planning and advising notes

Students earning Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or CLEP credit in English are strongly encouraged to take Engl 210, Engl 204 or both during the first year. AP Literature or Language test scores of 4 or 5 fulfill the general education requirement; a score of 3 enables students to choose between Engl 110, Engl 210, or Engl 204 to fulfill general education requirements. Engl 210 may count as an English elective in the major.

In general education, English majors should take a section of the Humanities course that covers fields other than literature (HUM 223, 224, or 225).

Nine credit hours of the English elective courses in the major must be upper level (300-400 level). Most AP and IB literature and language courses will count as elective credits toward graduation, but not toward the English major.

The related course in the major may not be an applied courses (such as Record editing or music lessons or a studio art class) or be used to fulfill requirements of general education. The related course may be counted toward another major only if it is specifically required by that major. See Academic policies and requirements.

All teacher certification programs require PJCS 210 for general education. The first education class, Educ 201, should be taken in May term of the first year or fall of the sophomore year. See the education department pages and the Teacher Education Handbook for more details about requirements.

Students doing student teaching for English/Language Arts Secondary Education must take Engl 319, English Grammar instead of Engl 409, English Practicum.

English majors are encouraged to get involved with communication or English co-curricular activities such as The Record, The Maple Leaf, Pinchpenny Press, Broadside, or Red Cents. Comm 200, Communication Practice or Engl 290, English Publication are recommended in the third year.

Students with a second major, in addition to an English major, may choose to take a senior seminar in either major field. Students who elect not to enroll in Engl 410, English Senior Seminar, must complete a senior portfolio for graduation. See the department chair for guidelines.

Major in English writing

40 credit hours

Engl 120, Creative Writing 3
Engl 201, World Literature 3
Engl 204, Expository Writing 3
Engl 280, Sophomore Portfolio 1
Engl 312, Writing Workshop (repeatable to 3 credit hours) 1
Engl 315, The English Language 3
Engl 319, English Grammar 1
Three Writing Courses 9

Comm 308, Feature Writing
Engl 330, Writing Fiction
Engl 332, Writing Poetry
Engl 334, Writing Creative Nonfiction
Engl 336, Special Topics in Writing
Thea 334, Playwriting

Two Literature/Language electives 6

One course in media context or production experience 3

Engl 408, Senior Writing Practicum 2
Engl 410, English Senior Seminar 2
Related course in the Arts selected from the following: 3
Art 341, 342, or 343, History of Art
Art/Mus/Thea 355, Arts in London
Mus 204, Survey of Music Literature
Thea 225, Introduction to Theater
Thea 235, The Power of Story
Thea 245, Aesthetics
Thea 387, History of Theater

Planning guide

First year	General education Literature and Writing or Introduction to Literature Introduction to Creative Writing World Literature Expository Writing
Second year	General education Writing elective Writing Workshop Media context/production experience course Sophomore portfolio SST
Third year	General education Writing elective Literature elective The English Language, English Grammar English publishing or communication practice (encouraged) Related arts course
Fourth year	Balance of general education Balance of major Senior Writing Practicum Senior Seminar

Planning and advising notes

Students earning AP, IB, or CLEP credit in English are strongly encouraged to take Engl 210, Engl 204 or both during the first year. AP Literature or Language test scores of 4 0r 5 fulfill the general educaiton requirement; a score of 3 enables students to choose between Engl 110, Engl 210, or Engl 204 to fulfill general educaiton requirements. Engl 210 may count as an English elective in the major.

Most AP and IB literature and language courses will count as elective credits toward graduation, but not toward the English writing major.

In general educaiton, English Writing majors should take a section of the Humanities course that covers fields other than Literautre (HUM 223, 224, or 225).

Students completing the sophomore portfolio should meet with the English writing program adviser in the fall of their sophomore year or as soon as they declare an English Writing major to determine the best semester for enrolling in that course.

English writing majors are encouraged to get involved with Communication or English co-curricular activities such as The Record, The Maple Leaf, Pinchpenny Press, Broadside, or Red Cents. Comm 200, Communication Practice or Engl 290, English Publishing are recommended in the third year.

Students with a second major, in addition to an English writing major, may choose to take a senior seminar in either major field. Students who elect not to enroll in Engl 410, English Senior Seminar, must complete a senior portfolio for graduation. See the department chair for guidelines.

Major in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

39-42 credit hours

Comm 206, Communicating Across Cultures 3
Educ 303, Literacy I 3
Educ 406, Literacy II 3
One of the following literature courses 3

Engl 204, Expository Writing 3
Engl 310, Introduction to Linguistics 3
Engl 315, The English Language 3
Engl 319, English Grammar 1
Engl 320, Methods of TESOL 4
Engl 325, TESOL Practicum 2-3
Engl 410, English Senior Seminar 2
Additional foreign language beyond the 102-level 3
Two intercultural studies courses selected from the following: 6
Educ 307, Children's and Adolescent Literature (an option here, if not obtaining EL licensure)
Engl 201, World Literature (an option here, if obtaining EL licensure)
Engl 207/307, Lit of Ethnicity, Gender, Race
Hist 101 or 203, World History I or II
Any courses on the "SST Alternate" list in the International Education department (which may not double count as SST alternates)

Planning guide for TESOL major

First year	General education Literature and Writing or Introduction to Literature World Literature Language courses for 102-level prerequisite Communicating Across Cultures Intercultural studies elective
Second year	General education Expository Writing English Grammar Additional foreign language SST
Third year	General education Introduction to Linguistics The English Language Education courses Intercultural studies courses Methods of TESOL TESOL Practicum
Fourth year	Balance of general education Balance of major and related courses English Senior Seminar

Planning and advising notes

Students earning AP, IB, or CLEP credit in English are strongly encouraged to take Engl 210, Engl 204 or both during the first year. AP Literature or Language test scores of 4 or 5 fulfill the general education requirement; a score of 3 enables students to choose between Engl 110, Engl 210, or Engl 204 to fulfill general education requirements.

For the K-6 and 5-12 EL certifications, students should either do student teaching in EL (instead of Engl 325) or else do a non-EL student teaching placement and then Engl 325 for 2 credits. For K-12 EL certification, students should do EL student teaching with one age group (e.g., elementary students) and then Engl 325 for 2 credits with another age group (e.g. high school students). Non-Teacher Education students should do Engl 325 for 3 credits.

To complete the TESOL major, the minor, or the one-year certificate, students must demonstrate basic competence in some foreign language through the 102 level by testing or by courses. The "additional foreign language" requirement beyond the basic competence may be in the same language or a third language. Also, ASL may count as the basic foreign language or as the additional foreign language, but not as both.

Students with a second major, in addition to a TESOL major, may choose to take a senior seminar in either major field. Students who elect not to enroll in Engl 410, English Senior Seminar, must complete a senior portfolio for graduation. See the department chair for guidelines.

Minor in English

18 credit hours

Engl 204, Expository Writing 3
Any courses in the English department 15

Note: At least 8 credits must be 300 level or above. Advanced Placement (AP) courses may not count toward this minor.

Minor in writing

18 credit hours

Comm/Engl 204, Expository Writing 3
One of the following individualized courses:3
Comm 412, Special Project
Engl 280, Sophomore Portfolio and Engl 408, Senior Writing Practicum
Courses in journalistic and/or creative writing selected from the following 12
Comm 250, Writing for Media
Comm 260, Broadcast Writing
Comm 308, Feature Writing
Comm 326, Creating for the Web
Comm 350, Reporting for the Public Good
Engl 120, Introduction to Creative Writing
Engl 312, Writing Workshop
Engl 330, Writing Fiction
Engl 332, Writing Poetry
Engl 334, Writing Creative Nonfiction
Engl 336, Special Topics in Writing
Thea 350, Playwriting

Planning and advising notes

Students should choose an adviser from the communication or English faculty, depending on their particular field of interest.

Writing minors are encouraged to get involved with communication or English co-curricular activities, including The Record, The Maple Leaf, The Correspondent, Pinch Penny Press, Broadside, and Red Cents.

Students registering for Comm 412, Special Projects or Engl 408, English Writing Practicum must meet with an adviser and have a proposal approved in the semester prior to registering.

Minor in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

20 credit hours

Engl 310, Introduction to Linguistics 3
Engl 315, The English Language 3
Engl 319, English Grammar 1
Engl 320, Methods of TESOL 4
Engl 325, TESOL Practicum or Student Teaching in EL 3
Additional intercultural studies courses 6
selected from the list of courses for the international studies minor or additional foreign language courses beyond the general education prerequisite.

Planning and advising notes

To complete the minor, students must demonstrate basic competence in some foreign language through the 102 level by testing or by courses. The "additional foreign language" courses may be in the same language or a third language. Also, ASL may count as the basic foreign language or as the additional foreign language, but not as both.

Certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

30 credit hours

Engl 310, Introduction to Linguistics 3
Engl 315, The English Language 3
Engl 319, English Grammar 1
Engl 320, Methods of TESOL 4
Engl 325, TESOL Practicum 3
Additional intercultural studies courses 3-4
selected from the "SST Alternate" list (which may not double count as SST alternates) or additional foreign language beyond the 102-level prerequisite.
Bible or religion class 3
Additional elective courses 9-10

Planning and advising notes

The foreign language requirement prerequisite is the same as for the TESOL minor.

English courses

ENGL 105 Introduction to College Writing 3
Introduction to college-level reading and writing skills. Next course is Engl 110 to fulfill General Education requirements. This course is required for students who have not met the SAT Critical Reading or Writing score of 430 or above, ACT English/ Writing score of 18 or above; or students whose GPA in high school English courses indicate a need for additional development of college-level writing and study skills.

ENGL 110 Literature and Writing 3
Critical reading, thinking, and writing using literary and nonliterary texts focused on themes chosen by individual professors. Instruction in writing argumentative prose and the cross-disciplinary research essay. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Engl 105, SAT Critical Reading or Writing score of 431 or higher, or ACT English/Writing score of 19 or higher.

ENGL 120 Introduction to Creative Writing 3
An introduction to the writing of poems, short stories and creative nonfiction, with emphasis on writing, reading and discussion.

ENGL 201 World Literature 3
Study of literature written in English outside of the United Kingdom and the United States that deals in a significant way with the intersection of cultures, particularly postcolonial literature from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Latin America. Prerequisites: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 204 Expository Writing 3
Theory and practice of written communication. Assignments in a variety of prose forms aim at developing the student's control of logic, organization, rhetoric, usage, and audience accommodation. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or Engl 210 or equivalent.

ENGL 207 Lit of Ethnicity, Gender, Race 3
Study of literature shaped distinctively by cultural and theoretical concerns related to ethnicity, gender and race. Students may take Engl 207 more than once if different topics. Prerequisites: Engl 110 or 210. Specific topics, announced in advance, include the following:
Irish Literature in Ireland. Field studies in the cultural geography of 20th-century Irish authors with particular attention to the way politics, gender, religion, and violence have shaped Irish writing. Conducted during May or summer term at urban and rural locations in the Republic of Ireland.
American Indian Literature. Contemporary fiction and poetry by writers from a variety of American Indian traditions and backgrounds, with special emphasis on historical and cultural contexts and the revitalization of tribal practices, spirituality, ceremony and oral tradition.
African-American Literature. Twentieth-century fiction, poetry and essays spanning the broad range of African-American experiences, with an emphasis on the history of race in America as it informs the literary tradition. Literature integrated with music, art and performance.
Mennonite Literature. Recent literature -- mainly poetry and fiction -- by U.S. and Canadian Mennonite writers, studied in relation to Mennonite history, culture and theology.
Women in Literature. The study of literature written by women (mainly fiction and poetry) and of related issues such as the literary canon, gender representation and feminist literary theory. The syllabus will often include classic and contemporary women's literature by British, American, and World authors.

ENGL 210 Introduction to Literature 3
Analysis of literary texts in a genre chosen by individual professors. Instruction in literary analysis essay and literary research essay. Prerequisite: Engl 110, AP or CLEP credit, SAT Critical Reading or Writing score of at least 630, ACT English/Writing score of at least 28, or permission of instructor.

ENGL 230 Literature and Popular Culture 3
Study of literature in relation to film, television, or other media of popular culture. Specific topics, announced in advance, may include Arthurian Literature and Film, the Graphic Novel, or Global Images in Film. Students may take Engl 230 more than once if different topics.

ENGL 280 Sophomore Writing Portfolio 1
Guided instruction on portfolio development, including editing and revising skills needed for advanced writing courses. Students should meet with the English writing program adviser in the fall of their sophomore year to determine the best semester to complete this project. Prerequisite: Engl 204 and one additional writing course.

ENGL 290 English Publication 1 (1-2)
Applied work in publication (Pinchpenny Press, Broadside, Red Cents, the department newsletter or blog). Students choosing to publish with Pinchpenny Press must register for this course, select a faculty adviser, and fulfill stated requirements. Repeatable. Prerequisite: Engl 204 and two additional writing courses, and consent of instructor.

ENGL 300 Critical Theory & Practice 3
This course examines critical interpretive strategies and theories as applied to several literary genres. In addition, the course introduces students to important research skills involved in the production of literary criticism. Intended as an introduction to the English major and as an elective for other (usually upper-level) students. Prerequisite: Any college-level literature course beyond Engl 110.

ENGL 301 British Literature I 3
Development of British literature from Beowulf through the medieval period, Renaissance, and 18th century, with special attention to questions of canon, context, and identity. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 302 British Literature II 3
Development of British literature from the Romantic era through the Victorian, modern and post-modern periods, with special attention to issues of modernity, industrialization, imperialism, and globalization. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 303 American Literature I 3
Development of American literature, culture, and literary identity from colonial times to the 19th century. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 305 Genre Studies 3
Study of a single genre as announced, sometimes with focus on writings of a specific period or place. Typical offerings include:
Contemporary Drama. Study of dramatic literature from the modernists to the present.
History of the Novel. The reading and study of significant works illustrating the development of the novel.
Contemporary Poetry. The reading and study of poetry and poets working since 1945. In addition to critical writing, each student will practice writing poems in an effort to better understand the creation and artistic nature of poetry.
Cultural Studies. The study of a genre of literature in relation to a specific cultural topic. Offerings may include Eugenics and Modernist Prose, or The Idea of Labor and Nineteenth-Century Fiction. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 306 Major Author 3
A study of a major author or of two authors in comparison. Shakespeare will be offered in rotation with authors such as Chaucer, Faulkner and Morrison. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 307 Lit of Ethnicity, Gender & Race 3
Same as Engl 207, with reading and research assignments that broaden and deepen the student's engagement with the topic. Students may take Engl 307 more than once if different topics. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 309 American Literature II 3
Development of American literature from the late 19th century to the present. Study of literature that explores American identities, including European-American, American Indian and African-American. Prerequisite: Engl 110 or 210.

ENGL 310 Introduction to Linguistics 3
Different ways of looking at how language functions as systems of sounds, word structures, grammatical patterns and meaning constructions. Insights useful for language learning, teaching and appreciation of English and language in general.

ENGL 312 Writing Workshop 1
Intensive one-week workshop in writing, usually conducted by a visiting author during Spring semester. Repeatable. Prerequisite: Any college-level creative writing course or permission of department chair.

ENGL 315 The English Language 3
The study of the sound system, history, and varieties of the English language, followed by exploration of current developments in sociolinguistics, dictionaries, and word formation. The course cultivates an informed attitude toward English usage.

ENGL 319 English Grammar 1
A detailed study of the grammar of English. Designed especially for future teachers of ELL or high school English. Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in Engl 310 or foreign language competence through the 102 level.

ENGL 320 Methods of TESOL 4
Primary topics addressed are theories of language learning, general TESOL approaches, methods for the teaching of specific language skills, materials preparation and assessment issues in ELL. A concurrent internship (teaching English to a nonnative speaker) brings reality to the theories. Prerequisite: Engl 310 or foreign language competence through 102-level.

ENGL 325 TESOL Practicum 3 (2-3)
Supervised teaching in the U.S. or abroad when appropriate supervision can be arranged. Teacher Education students seeking a K-6 or 5-12 ELL certification who do their student teaching in ELL do not need to take this course. Those who don't do student teaching in ELL and those seeking K-12 certification will need to take this course for 2 credits (60 hours of teaching). Non-Teacher Education students should take the course for 3 credits (100 hours of teaching). Prerequisite: Engl 320 and consent of instructor.

ENGL 330 Writing Fiction 3
A workshop course in writing short fiction, with special attention to issues of setting, character, plot, dialogue and point of view. Readings by contemporary writers. Prerequisite: Engl 120 or consent of instructor.

ENGL 332 Writing Poetry 3
A workshop course in writing poetry in a variety of forms, with special attention to imagery, sound, line, meter and revision. Readings in classic and contemporary poetry. Prerequisite: Engl 120 or consent of instructor.

ENGL 334 Writing Creative Nonfiction 3
A workshop course in writing the personal essay and nonfiction prose, with special attention to creating a personal voice and applying creative writing techniques to nonfictional subjects. Students will read and discuss examples of creative nonfiction and prepare two longer essays for a final portfolio. Prerequisite: Engl 120 or consent of instructor.

ENGL 336 Special Topics in Writing 3
A workshop course in special writing topics by genre (such as Autobiography, the Essay) or theme (such as Writing for Social Justice). Prerequisite: Engl 120 or consent of instructor.

ENGL 408 English Writing Practicum 2
English Writing majors develop a final writing portfolio under supervision of faculty adviser. Recommended for fall semester of the senior year. Prerequisite: Engl 204, 280, three English writing courses, and permission of instructor.

ENGL 409 English Practicum 1 (1-2)
English majors propose independent projects in research, off-campus field experience, or internship. Prerequisite: Engl 204, 300, and three upper-level literature courses, and permission of instructor.

ENGL 410 English Senior Seminar 2 (1-2)
Weekly meetings of English, TESOL, and English Writing majors and faculty for an exchange of views on such topics as vocations, curriculum and ethical/spiritual issues related to a life-long study of literature and language. Completion of a portfolio, local service assignment, career services activities, and issues research assignment required.

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Academic Catalog

English

Introduction

Teacher education certification in English and TESOL

Honors thesis

Career and postgraduate opportunities

Major in English

39 credit hours

Planning guide

Planning and advising notes

Major in English writing

40 credit hours

Planning guide

Planning and advising notes

Major in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

39-42 credit hours

Planning guide for TESOL major

Planning and advising notes

Minor in English

18 credit hours

Minor in writing

18 credit hours

Planning and advising notes

Minor in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

20 credit hours

Planning and advising notes

Certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)

30 credit hours

Planning and advising notes

English courses

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