5-8 Communication Arts and Literature Endorsement

State Testing Requirements

• MTLE: Middle Level Communication Arts/Literature 5-8 (sub test 1 and sub test 2) 

The above assumes you have a valid Minnesota full-time license, exempting you from the basic skills and pedagogy test requirements.

Pedagogy Requirements Satisfied by MN Teaching License

These requirements are deemed as satisfied by a valid Minnesota full-time teaching license.

• GED 7815 - Schools and Society
• GED 7825 - Educational Psychology
• GED 7862 - Education and Cultural Diversity
• GED 7867 - Theory to Practice
• GED 7872 - Exceptionality

Remaining Pedagogy Requirements - Additional License, 5-8

• GED 7871 - Teaching Literacy in the Middle and Secondary School 5-12
• GED 7888 - English Learners in the Mainstream
• GED 7990 - Advanced Practicum

Methods Requirements - Communication Arts and Literature

• GED 7857 - Teaching Communication Arts/Literature, Dance/Theatre Arts Part I
• GED 7870 - Teaching Communication Arts/Literature in the Middle and Secondary School Part II

Content Requirements - 5-8 Communication Arts and Literature

• ENG 1900 - Introduction to Literature and Criticism
• ENG 3720 - Teaching Writing: Theory and Practice
• ENG XXXX - One English course with a Race/Ethnicity or Gender focus
• COMM 1110 - Public Speaking

Additional Licensure Notes

• There is a 7-year limit for students to complete licensure requirements, including passing advanced practicum and applying for the Minnesota teaching license.
• Additional license candidates are not eligible for the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree. Ask your advisor about options for advanced degrees or other continuing education at Hamline.

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