The foundations course features the historical, philosophical, and theoretical development of public education in elementary and high schools. It also focuses on educational models and elements of school operation in relation to the issues and challenges of the 21st century. Knowing the foundations prepares the students the skills needed to provide systematic and systemic planning and implementation of strategic initiatives. Principles of school improvement, strategic planning, organizing for effectiveness, and ongoing involvement of stakeholders related to the educational institution are explored through individual and collaborative projects.
| 1 | Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. The degree must be verified on an original transcript duly signed and certified by the Registrar or other responsible officer of the awarding institution directly to Acacia University. Mail or secure electronic delivery is accepted. Applicants submitting transcripts from non-US institutions may be required to have their transcript evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency. |
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English language competency – Applicants whose first language is not English and do not have a bachelor’s degree from a university in which instruction is conducted in English must provide evidence of English proficiency. The following are accepted exams and minimum scores required for admission:
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| 3 | For degrees in Education, applicants must demonstrate access to classrooms – confirmation of classroom and connectivity attestation through either a signed form https://www.acacia.edu/required-classroom-and-connectivity-attestation.pdf or declared via the Classroom and Connectivity Access Attestation section in the website admission form. |
| 4 | Ongoing access to computer technology – All Acacia University courses are presented online so each applicant must have a computer and internet access to participate. |
Interpret the U.S. judicial and legislative systems and the formation of laws relating to public education
Analyze current school practices from the standpoint of potential legal controversies
Examine the foundation of education in the US and how it has changed throughout the 21st Century
Explore school leaders challenging roles and impact on teacher and school effectiveness
Examine the components of a School Improvement Plan
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE |
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| EDA579 | Foundations of Elementary and Secondary Education |
| EDA599 | Principles of Continuous Improvement |
| EDA559 | Education Law |
The Foundations of Education Certificate program is designed for graduate level educators who are presently teachers or administrators in a school setting or have regular weekly access to a school and classrooms.
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