About the Riley College of Education and Human Sciences
Walden University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the only recognized national accreditor for education preparation. This accreditation covers The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences' initial teacher preparation programs—the BS in Elementary Education and the Master of Arts in Teaching with a specialization in Special Education—and our advanced educator preparation programs—the EdS in Educational Leadership and Administration and the MS in Education with a specialization in Educational Leadership and Administration. CAEP accreditation ensures the college has met rigorous national standards set by the profession and members of the public.
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences is committed to pursuing academic excellence, embracing our rich diversity, valuing all of our stakeholders, and encouraging civic responsibility through the promotion of positive social change.
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Welcome From Dean Castaños
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Welcome to the Riley College Office of Field Experiences. The Office consists of the associate dean for field experiences/certification officer, senior coordinator of field experiences, and two coordinators of field experiences. The Office supports the licensure programs of the College of Education and Human Sciences including the Master of Arts in Teaching program, the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program, and the principal licensure programs. Activities of the Office of Field Experiences include coordinating field experience placements for licensure candidates, ensuring the completion of legal agreements with partner schools, monitoring candidate progress through program transition points, assigning university supervisors to support and evaluate candidates in the field, and assisting candidates with questions and requirements for licensure. The entire team maintains strong communications with candidates, districts, and schools. Enjoy your tour of the Riley Office of Field Experiences website and let us know if you have any questions or if additional information would be helpful for you. |
Overview of Field Experiences
Field experiences are an integral part of your principal preparation program at Walden. These experiences will provide you with opportunities to build on what you are learning in your courses and apply these learnings to authentic school situations. Through a comprehensive series of field experience activities, you will experience firsthand the tasks and challenges today’s principals face. Through these experiences, you will gain the leadership skills necessary for success as a leader for learning, one of Walden University’s key philosophical tenets. The Office of Field Experiences will coordinate your field experiences throughout your principal preparation program.