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History Education (Grades 6鈥�12)
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Lead Students Through History with TROY's History Education Degree
Are you passionate about understanding history's impact on the present and sharing that knowledge with others? 星空传媒's Bachelor of Science in Education - History Education (Grades 6鈥�12) gives you the knowledge and experience to bring that understanding to your own classroom. As a history education major, you'll study U.S. and world history, government, geography and social sciences, while also exploring museum studies, historical records and archives. You'll complete field experience in a local secondary school and develop a formal research paper, all while learning how to become a history teacher who makes the past relevant for today's students.
鈥淒uring my time in the History Education Program, 2016-2020, I was given every possible
resource needed to be successful in both the classroom and in the community as an
educator and leader. In this program, I learned the importance of critical thinking,
diverse learning, and multi-tier instruction. The instructors and the support staff
at 星空传媒 are excellent and have created an environment where learning, networking,
engagement, and passion are the standard. I am truly thankful that I attended Troy
University and was a part of the History Education Program. This institution has taught
me so much and will lead to great success for any student who chooses to join the
History Education Program at 星空传媒. Go Trojans!鈥�
Alfonzo Johnson鈥億鈥�7th Grade History Teacher, Southside Middle School | 2020 graduate, B.S. in Secondary
History Education
Get Classroom-Ready with a History Teaching Degree
With the history concentration, you'll study the past and learn to teach in impactful
ways. You'll gain the strategies to engage students in discussions about historical
events, civic life and global perspectives. You'll also learn how to build lesson
plans, manage a classroom and adapt instruction to meet different learning needs.
Whether you plan to teach U.S. history, world history or social studies, TROY's history
teaching degree offers the practical experience and professional preparation to support
your success and prepare you for history teacher certification for grades 6鈥�12. You'll
graduate ready to help middle and high school students connect the past to the world
they live in today.
A History Education Major that Fits Your Life
At TROY, you don't have to choose between quality and flexibility. Similar to a social
studies education degree, the Bachelor of Science in Education - History Education
(Grades 6鈥�12) helps you build strong subject knowledge and teaching skills in history.
You can take courses on the Troy or Dothan Campus to work in person alongside faculty
and classmates, or you can choose an online history degree to learn from the same
expert faculty but around your schedule. Regardless of the format you choose, you'll
still gain the in-person student teaching and classroom experience required for certification
in Alabama.
Courses for the History Education Concentration
While specific courses may vary from year to year, your coursework may include:
Bachelor's in History Education Program Locations
Get the flexibility you need by taking courses online or on the Troy and Dothan Campuses. For more information about program availability and delivery options, call 1-800-414-5756.
How to Become a History Teacher: Start at TROY
At TROY, obtaining history teacher certification is built into the structure of
the program. As a history education major, you'll meet Alabama's academic and experiential
requirements for initial certification to teach grades 6鈥�12. Field placements and
a full-time teaching internship provide hands-on experience in real classrooms where
you'll be guided by experienced educators who mentor and supervise your progress.
Alongside your coursework in U.S. and world history, government and social sciences,
you'll learn to teach according to state standards. By graduation, you'll be fully
prepared to pursue certification and launch your teaching career.
Careers and History Teacher Salary Insights
When you choose the Bachelor of Science in Education - History Education (Grades 6鈥�12), you'll prepare to teach U.S. and world history, government or social studies in middle and high schools. How long does it take to become a history teacher? Most students complete the program in about four years.
Faculty Profiles
Dr. Avington Medeiros
Dr. Avington Medeiros is a lecturer of history and the content advisor for social
science and history education at TROY. She received her EdD in rural education in
2023 from the University of West Alabama and her MEd in secondary history education
from Faulkner University. Dr. Medeiros is a two-time graduate of 星空传媒,
having received her BS in history and an MS in post-secondary history education. Her
areas for research include rural education, teacher preparation and history and social
studies education.
Dr. Timothy Buckner
Dr. Tim Buckner is a professor and an Associate Chair at TROY. He joined the History
and Philosophy Department in 2005 and teaches courses on colonial America, the American
revolution and the old South. He received his PhD from the University of Texas at
Austin in 2005. A co-editor and author, Dr. Buckner's book 鈥淭he Barber of Nartchez
Reconsidered: William Johnson and Black Masculinity in the Antebellum South鈥� won the
Jules and Frances Landry Award for 2024.
Dr. Margaret Gnoinska
Dr. Margaret Gnoinska is an associate professor of history, a Fulbright Scholar and
a Boren NSEP Fellow. She received her PhD and master's degree from The George Washington
University, and her bachelor's from Middlebury College. Dr. Gnoinska is well-traveled
and has published and presented her research around the world. She is currently revising
her dissertation, 鈥淧oland and the Cold War in East and Southeast Asia 1949-1965,鈥�
into two books.
History Education Degree Scholarships
Students pursuing a history education major may be eligible for several scholarships recognizing academic achievement and commitment
to teaching. Awards such as the , , , and support future educators preparing to make a difference in Alabama classrooms.
FAQ About the History Education Program
Learn more about teaching history in grades 6鈥�12 and our program.
What can I do with a history education degree?
With TROY's bachelor's degree, you'll be qualified to teach middle or high school
history (grades 6鈥�12) as well as related subjects like civics and government. It also
prepares you for roles in curriculum support or civic engagement, depending on your
goals in social studies education.
How do I become a history teacher in Alabama?
At TROY, one of the most important steps to becoming a history teacher is completing field placements and a full-time internship in secondary schools. These
experiences help you develop the skills and confidence needed for certification in
Alabama. After successfully finishing your degree and internship, you'll be eligible
to apply for initial teacher certification and begin your career as a history educator.
What's the average history teacher salary?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2024, the median annual
salary was $64,580 for high school teachers and $62,970 for middle school teachers.
Is a history teaching degree the same as a social studies education degree?
Not exactly. TROY's degree in history education focuses specifically on preparing
you to teach U.S. and world history, while a social studies education degree typically includes broader coverage of subjects like economics, political science
and sociology. Both lead to certification for teaching grades 6鈥�12 but differ in content
emphasis.
Is there a demand for history teachers?
Yes. While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics doesn't report history teachers as
a separate category, it projects about 41,400 openings for middle school teachers
and 64,000 for high school teachers each year through 2033. Many of these are needed
to replace teachers who retire or change careers. Given that history and social studies
are core subjects in secondary education, it's likely that a steady portion of these
openings will include positions for history teachers.
How long does it take to become a history teacher?
Most students complete history teaching degrees in four to five years. At TROY, our
history education degree is designed to be completed in four years (including student
teaching) regardless of whether you choose an in-person or online history education degree.