Occupation information for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary United States

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Typical education needed for entry: Doctoral or professional degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Teach writing or communication classes.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
• Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as poetry, novel structure, and translation and adaptation.
• Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

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• Digital camcorders or video cameras
• Microphones
• Multimedia projectors
• Portable data input terminals
• Televisions

Technology:

• Computer based training software
• Electronic mail software
• Graphics or photo imaging software
• Internet browser software
• Word processing software

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