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About Walden

Walden University is an accredited online university with nearly 40 years of experience educating adult learners at a distance. Walden’s Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership has the largest online graduate-level education programs in the nation by enrollment, according to U.S. News and World Report,* with more than 15,000 students currently enrolled in our master’s and doctoral programs as well as more than 17,000 alumni. The college offers advanced degrees for educators seeking to make a positive and lasting impact in teaching. Walden also is a member of the Laureate International Universities network, the largest global network of accredited campus-based and online universities.

 

Walden’s programs offer:

  • A curriculum that blends theory, research, and application
  • A faculty of respected scholars and experienced practitioners
  • A strong focus on diversity and flexibility
  • A dedication to support teachers in reaching their full potential

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 312-263-0456.

 

Proven Learning Model

The Walden learning experience offers a student-centric approach to teacher education. Each Walden program features course materials chosen for quality, relevance, and practicality.

 

Assignments and readings emphasize the immediate application of skills in addition to theory. As a student, you’ll be encouraged to exchange best practices and experiences with peers and faculty alike—many from different parts of the country and from around the world.

 

 

How Distance Learning Works
     

1. Objective
What you will learn is clearly outlined.

 

2. Prior Knowledge
Draw upon your own experience as a teacher to prepare yourself for the lesson.

 

3. New Knowledge
Gain new knowledge through a variety of experiences, including multimedia, readings, and discussion assignments completed with your study group.

 

4. Modeling Best Practices
Key strategies are modeled on DVD by master teachers.

 

5. Collaboration
Share, Challenge, and reinforce what you've learned through cohort discussion.

 

6. Application
Integrate theory into practice in your classroom.

 

7. Reflection
Evaluate and adopt new skills.

 

8. Assessment
Learning is assessed through discussions and performance-based assignments.

 

Superior Student Services

Walden University offers a breadth of student services to help you balance your professional and personal commitments and ease the transition of returning to school. From your very first encounter with Walden, you will experience exceptional student service dedicated to your success.

 

Award-Winning Student Support Team
Walden University makes sure that you’re never alone when you learn online. Once you enroll in your first course, Walden’s Student Support Team will be available by phone, email, and online chat to help you with technical and administrative questions.

 

Academic Support
Get support and expert counsel on planning your path to graduation from your academic advisors and faculty. Your academic advisors can also help you understand university policies and follow universities procedures.

 

Writing Center
Enhance your communication skills through the valuable guidance of the trained staff at the Walden Writing Center. Receive feedback on course papers and other editorial assistance with this popular student resource that can give you a better understanding of the academic writing process and provide you with constructive tips for improving your writing.

 

Library
Dedicated librarians will help you identify, evaluate, and obtain the research and resources you need.

 

 

Learn More

Ask your site administrator for information about the next start date for your school. To learn more about the options that are available for tuition assistance through the Meritas/Walden partnership, call Lorena Larios, your enrollment advisor, at 866-492-5336, ext. 4227.


 
 

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