M.S. in Education Educational Leadership - Walden University

M.S. in Education Educational Leadership from Walden University is a Online Master Education Science degree that prepares you for a Education career. Whether you are a veteran teacher or new to the field, Walden?s M.S. in Education program can help you become a more effective teacher and improve student outcomes. After completing a core curriculum that focuses on teacher professionalism, diversity, and collaborative learning, you may choose from more than a dozen degree specializations that can help you focus your studies on an area that interests you. Grounded in current theory, the M.S. in Education gives you strategies that you can apply immediately in your classroom. Educational Leadership The curriculum for the M.S. in Education, with a specialization in Educational Leadership , reflects the standards for leadership education developed by the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium and the National Policy Board for Educational Administration. This program, grounded in research and evidence of best practice, defines what education professionals need to know and be able to do, at the most practical level, to enhance learning opportunities and outcomes for all students. This specialization will help you gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to lead students, teachers, and schools to greater achievement?and will provide you with the opportunity to help shape the future of education. However, the curriculum is not approved to lead to licensure/certification as a principal or assistant principal except through a collaborative partnership between Walden University and the Harris County Department of Education in Texas known as the Principal Certification Academy. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 1-312-263-0456. Prospective Alabama students: Contact the Teacher Education and Certification Division of the Alabama State Department of Education at 1-334-242-9935 or www.alsde.edu to verify that these programs qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits. Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 1-360-725-6320 or prof.educ@k12.wa.us to determine whether Walden's programs in the field of education are approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Education Science courses.