news-category: Graduate programs GWU College of Education Waives GRE or MAT Scores for National Board Certified Teachers By Office of University Communications On February 15, 2021 Applications Now Being Accepted for Fall 2021 Doctoral Programs in Leadership and Curriculum BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Educators who have completed National Board Certification are leaders in their field. In recognition of this achievement, Gardner-Webb University College of Education will waive GRE or MAT scores for National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) applying to GWU’s Doctor of Education programs in Educational Leadership (EDLS) and Curriculum and Instruction (EDCI). National Board Certification is a voluntary advanced professional certification for pre-kindergarten through 12-grade educators that identifies teaching expertise and excellence through a performance-based, peer-reviewed assessment. The NBCT process helps teachers improve their practice, showcase their talent in the classroom and demonstrate their dedication to their students and their profession. A survey of admission requirements for Doctor of Education programs at other universities found that Gardner-Webb is the only one accepting National Board Certification in lieu of the GRE or MAT. Dr. Jennifer Putnam “The College of Education recognizes and values NBCTs and the rigorous process they went through to earn the certification,” observed Dr. Jennifer Putnam, associate dean for Graduate Programs in the GWU College of Education and EDCI program coordinator. “NBCTs have proven that they can conduct action research; they are strong writers; they are proven leaders in their schools and districts; and they are reflective practitioners. All of these qualities are ones that we value in our doctoral candidates.” The EDLS degree at Gardner-Webb is designed for potential and practicing educational leaders who wish to develop and refine their leadership skills in complex organizations. The program seeks to equip candidates with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, values, and beliefs that will enable them to function effectively in leadership roles in a fluctuating environment. The EDCI degree prepares learners to become instructional leaders, who will create and strategically manage processes related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Students deepen their knowledge and understanding of educational practices and acquire tools needed to provide professional leadership in curriculum, teacher education, program evaluation, family and community engagement, and professional learning in the schools. Applications are now being accepted for fall 2021. For more information and to apply, click here. Located in the North Carolina foothills, Gardner-Webb University is a private, Christian, liberal arts university. Gardner-Webb emphasizes a strong student-centered experience and rigorous academics to prepare students to become effective leaders within the global community. Ignite your future at Gardner-Webb.edu.
News Article Gardner-Webb’s First Living-Learning Community Helps Students Transition to Campus Life Honors Pilot Group Values the Relationships and Community Created by the Program BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb’s Division of Student Success and Office of Housing and Residence Education offered the University’s first living-learning community (LLC) this semester. An LLC is a program where first-year students live together on campus and participate in a shared academic endeavor. They […] Office of University Communications | December 5, 2023
News Article Gardner-Webb Class Travels to Cataloochee Valley to Study Elk Behavior Students Take Pictures and Present Their Observations in Poster Format BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University students in Biology 315 (animal physiology) recently made a trip to Cataloochee Valley in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where they viewed elk in their natural habitat. Assistant Professor of biology Jay Zimmer teaches the class and noted that the fall […] Office of University Communications | December 5, 2023
News Article Gardner-Webb University Establishes Partnership with Grants Consulting Firm McAllister & Quinn will Support Faculty and Staff in Securing Funding to Enhance Academic Programs BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Gardner-Webb University has announced a partnership with McAllister & Quinn, a consulting firm that will support the University’s efforts to secure federal and private foundation grants. The company’s expert staff will help GWU pursue and obtain funding for […] Office of University Communications | November 30, 2023