Literature Courses for Teachers
Fresno Pacific University provides educators with the opportunity to enhance their skills across a wide range of topics through 100% online professional development courses. These high-quality courses offer a convenient way for teachers to meet professional development requirements while gaining practical knowledge they can immediately apply in the classroom.
In the area of literature courses for teachers, Fresno Pacific University offers 15 courses taught by subject matter experts. The courses cover a wide range of topics to meet the different needs of teachers who want to earn professional development credit through literature courses for teachers. They include the American novel, Hispanic literature, children’s literature, folktales from around the world, fantasy literature, Holocaust literature and teaching Shakespeare. There is also a course on the Life & Works of Jane Austen that is part of the Great Courses Series.
Fresno Pacific University designs these courses to empower teachers to elevate their careers and enhance their skills in the classroom. Earning credits through these online courses can make a significant contribution to career advancement by meeting state or district requirements for professional development.
Choose Your Literature Course
Complete anytime within a year after enrollment
Start With These Popular Literature Courses
- LIT-901 | Short Stories from American Literature
- LIT-902 | The American Novel
- LIT-903 | Hispanic Literature: Gary Soto
- LIT-904 | Children's Literature
- LIT-905 | Folktales from Around the World
- LIT-906 | British Novels
- LIT-907 | Short Stories from Around the World
- LIT-908 | Poetry for Children
- LIT-909 | Fantasy Literature
- LIT-910 | The Young Adult Novel
- LIT-912 | African Folktales
- LIT-913 | Teaching Shakespeare
- LIT-915 | Holocaust Literature
- LIT-917 | The Life & Works of Jane Austen (The Great Courses Series)
Certificates
In addition to individual Literature courses, Fresno Pacific University offers a Literature Appreciation Certificate. Educators receive the certificate by earning 15 total credits from completing individual Literature courses.
Student Insights
“I truly loved doing this coursework. I enjoyed reading these wonderful novels, as well as analyzing the literature and reading them as an adult. The modules were well-organized, meaningful and rigorous, and the professor is supportive and always available in case I needed help. I will be taking more courses using Fresno Pacific!”
“I loved this course! The book selections and the lesson plans were useful. I recommend this course.”
“This course offered highly useful and relevant assignments. Assignments were practical without being overly time-consuming. The required text offered many strategies and activities that I actually plan to use. The instructor gave immediate feedback on assignments. I highly recommend this course!”
Why Choose FPU for
Professional Development
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ConvenienceThe convenience of completing courses online allows you to increase your skills while working full time.
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FlexibilityEnroll in the required and elective courses one at a time and take up to an entire year to complete each one. There is no need to visit the Fresno Pacific University Campus.
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SupportFPU has created a supportive online experience. Instructors are available to answer questions, give feedback, and provide guidance.
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AffordabilityPay for each course as you go through the program. There is no need to fund the cost of the certificate upfront.
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ExpertiseCourse instructors at FPU have classroom teaching experience and advanced degrees and are instrumental in the development of engaging courses.
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SalaryFPU professional development courses can help you earn certifications and salary increases. Depending on your location, some school districts offer tens of thousands of dollars per year for course units.