Wilkes University Program in School Reform

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Certificate Program in School Reform

Wilkes University (Middle States Accredited) and CaseNEX have partnered to offer a Certificate Program in School Reform

Through CaseNEX courses, educators are exposed to the latest research regarding content knowledge and instructional strategies. Participants collaborate with peers and receive instructor feedback from the comfort of their home. All materials and assignments are accessed and completed online. Courses are 8 weeks in length, and easy to integrate into a busy schedule.

In collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Microsoft, a series of case studies have been developed and are used in these courses. Each case study contains unique issues, perspectives, and actions related to technology and high school reform.

Certificate for Teacher Leaders

3 Graduate Credits for $1110

Please Note: You must first preregister with Wilkes University. After completing the preregistration process with Wilkes, you must complete the form below to complete your registration for the course(s).

For questions about the program call:
Janelle Edwards - Wilkes University
1-800-945-5378 ext. 2016.

Course List

Below is a list of our current course offerings. Fill in the form to register for a course and we will contact you approximately one week before the start of the course with login instructions. View a complete list of course descriptions.

The following courses are running from February 22, 2010 through April 23, 2010

A Framework for School Reform
Many forces serve as catalysts for school reform. This course examines some of the social, economic, political, and educational foundations behind these forces. Through a series of high school-based case studies, course participants will explore the changing face of school reform in the 21st century as well as examine its effects on schools, teachers and students.

Planning Executing & Sustaining Reform Initiatives
A school's reform practices must take into account all stakeholders and student populations, and require a thorough examination of school culture. Through a series of high school-based case studies, this course will help participants understand how to establish a vision for their school that will influence school culture and ensure inclusion as they embark on new initiatives.