Is this Middle Level Humanities endorsement program for me?

If you're a certified teacher who wants to earn "Highly Qualified" status in mid-level Humanities (grades 4-9), this endorsement program is a great fit. The program is offered online. You can log in from any internet connection to get assignments, discuss topics, submit projects, and take exams - everything you would normally do in class. You'll advance your career without taking time away from current responsibilities.

What will I learn in the Middle Level Humanities endorsement program?

You'll learn everything you need to teach Language Arts and Social Studies to diverse groups of kids in grades 4 through 9. Our online endorsement programs are in line with all standards set by Washington's Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

What can I do with my endorsement in Middle Level Humanities?

For teachers, an endorsement in mid-level Humanities means more options and opportunities to advance your education career.
Note: You will need to pass the Washington Educator Skills Test (WEST-E) exam to earn the endorsement. Check out the WEST-E exam website for more info.

Why CityU?

• Because you want an education that's relevant to what's happening in the real world, right now.
• Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in the book. They're smart, successful people who can help you get there, too.
• We keep class sizes small, so you can get the personal attention you deserve.
• You can get an education without sacrificing your lifestyle. Complete your coursework on a schedule that works best for you.
• Over 500 students each year choose CityU to start or advance their careers in education.

How to get started:

• Chat with an admissions advisor or call 888.42.CityU
• Apply online
• Complete the Endorsement Program Application and an "Agreement of Understanding" for this endorsement program
• Order official transcripts from other schools you've attended
• Provide a copy of your teaching certificate

Be sure to talk with admissions advisor to see if there are other requirements for your program.

Total Required Credits:		31
EML 341	United States History 1492-1850	3
Through this course, candidates develop a foundation in US History, learn about the key issues challenging the young nation, and hone their analytical skills by reading historical texts and primary source documents. After completing this course, candidates have the content knowledge and some instructional strategies to effectively teach US History in the middle grades.
EML 342	United States History 1850-1900	3
Through this course, candidates develop a foundation in US History, learn about the key issues testing the nation young nation, and hone their analytical skills by reading historical texts and primary source documents. After completing this course, candidates have the content knowledge and some instructional strategies to effectively teach US History in the middle grades.
EML 343	United States History 1900 through Present	3
This course completes the foundational courses in the three United States History course series for the Middle Level Humanities endorsement. Topics include key issues challenging the nation during the time period 1900 to present and analysis of these issues using historical texts and primary source documents. After completing this course, candidates have the content knowledge, instructional strategies, and analytic skills to effectively teach US History in the middle grades.
EML 344	American Government	3
This is the government course in the United States history and government course sequence for the Middle Level Humanities endorsement. Topics include the principles, powers and limits of the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, how the Articles of Confederation became the Constitution, political efficacy and American political culture. After completing this course, candidates have content knowledge and instructional strategies to effectively teach American government concepts in Social Studies classes in the middle grades.
EML 370	Pacific Northwest History	3
This course examines the history of the Pacific Northwest. Emphasis is placed on Washington State, the history and development of the region. After completing this course, candidates have content knowledge and instructional strategies to effectively teach Pacific Northwest History in the middle grades.
EML 372	World History	3
This course provides an overview of world history for middle school social studies teachers. Topics include Egypt, Mesopotamia, ancient China, India, Africa, Greece and Rome, Pre-Columbian Americas, Medieval Europe. Upon completion of this course, candidates have the skills to effectively teach world history concepts to middle school students in social studies classes.
EML 379	Geography and Economics for the Middle School Teacher	4
This course is designed to give middle school teachers knowledge of the concepts in economics and geography needed for teaching middle school social studies content. Topics include physical, human, and cultural regions, geographic place, geographic tools, markets, production, scarcity, supply and demand, international markets, and competition. Upon completion of this course, candidates have instructional strategies and analytic skills to effectively teach economics and geography to middle school students.
EML 351	Language Arts Instruction in the Middle School	3
Through this course, candidates develop a foundation in literacy instruction for the middle school. This course examines common challenges in student writing, and provides strategies to address these issues. Candidates implement strategies to improve student writing at the middle school level. After completing this course, candidates will have the content knowledge and instructional strategies to effectively teach writing in the middle grades. Course Entry Requirements: A valid Washington State Residency, Continuing, Professional, or National Board Teaching Certificate and access to middle school students and classrooms.
EML 356	Literacy Instruction and Integration in the Middle School	3
Through this course, candidates develop a foundation in literacy instruction for the middle school. Content area literacy strategies, strategic processing and meta-cognition as related to adolescent literacy development are key concepts. After completing this course, candidates have the content knowledge and some instructional strategies to effectively teach literacy in the content areas of social studies and language arts in the middle grades. Course Entry Requirements: A valid Washington State Residency, Continuing, Professional, or National Board teaching certificate and access to middle school students and classrooms.
EML 301	Humanities Content Integration in the Middle School	3
The course focuses on best practices for effective middle school integration of language arts and social studies skills and content. Emphasis is given to curriculum integration, technology tools for curriculum integration, grammar, and assessment. Upon completion of this course, students have skills and strategies to teach integrated social studies and language arts content in the middle grades, with a focus on current technology tools to motivate and engage young adolescent learners.