4 credits

In this foundational course, educators are prepared for joining the academic community with a focus on acquiring common language for the field of assessment, evaluation, and accountability within the context of educational organizational effectiveness. Key issues in the field are explored while learning the process for how to successfully complete the education specialist degree, with Walden support in developing (a) facility with Walden University's online learning environment; (b) understanding of the university's and the programs support systems, expectations, and outcomes; and (c) advanced graduate-level critical-thinking, research, and writing skills.