Elementary Education Major: Communication Arts and Literature Endorsement

Tailor your K-6 elementary education major at Saint Mary’s and specialize in communication arts and literature.

At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, you’ll not only delve into the captivating world of art and literature but also learn how to apply your expertise in your own classroom, nurturing a love for the written and spoken word in the younger generation.

Through real-world experiences, including clinical or field experiences, and a combination of rigorous coursework, you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge necessary for success in the classroom.

Our curriculum encompasses comprehensive courses for teaching elementary education and focuses on courses covering adolescent literature and methods, textual and contextual analysis, and an introduction to mass communication. Explore topics like public relations, rhetoric, and literary constructs and conventions, and learn how to develop lesson plans, examine best teaching practices, and maintaining an effective classroom structure.

At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, our teaching firmly rests on Lasallian Catholic values. These values form the cornerstone of our commitment to providing a quality education that emphasizes service, inclusivity, and respect for others. We empower you to seamlessly integrate these values into your role as a teacher, influencing your classroom dynamics, personal relationships, and interactions with the world.

We invite you to join us on our Winona Campus to embark on your journey toward pursuing a rewarding career as a teacher, fostering the appreciation of literature and critical examination of mass media in today’s society. We empower you to empower the next generation of learners.