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Emergency Management Programs: How Sandy Hook Changed Our Schools
Learn how two mothers have channeled their grief and become personal masters of emergency management.
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An Unexpected Source of Civil Rights Support: Online Criminal Justice Degree Programs
On March 4, 2015, the U.S. Department of Justice announced some troubling findings as the result of two civil rights investigations related to Ferguson, Missouri. Could earning a degree online be part of the solution?
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MS in Criminal Justice Course Insight: Why Police-Community Relationships Are Important
Read course material from Walden’s online master’s in criminal justice degree program to learn how police can build trust and relationships in their communities.
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MS in Criminal Justice vs. MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management
Learn the differences between an MS in Criminal Justice and an MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management—and how to earn one online.
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BS in Criminal Justice vs. BS in Psychology, concentrating in forensics: Differences and Similarities
Begin preparing for the career you desire by choosing the best bachelor’s program for your goals—an online criminal justice degree or an online forensic psychology degree.
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Understanding the Benefits of Emotional Intelligence in Law Enforcement
Recognizing and managing emotions can help police officers negotiate the often-complex situations they encounter in their law enforcement jobs. In a webinar, two Walden University criminal justice faculty discuss how using emotional intelligence can help improve relationships between law enforcement officials and the communities they serve.
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The Many Ways Police Officers Kept Us Safe During the Pandemic
Law enforcement officers have served their communities in new ways during the coronavirus outbreak—from distributing personal protective equipment (PPE) to enforcing curfews during shelter-in-place edicts to managing crowd control at vaccination sites.
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5 Reasons the Mental Health of Police Officers Needs to Be a Priority
The mental health of law enforcement officers has long been overlooked within the criminal justice system. Read on to learn about the challenges police officers face and the importance of advocating for more mental health awareness.
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How Mental Health Professionals Can Aid Law Enforcement
As the number of people who experience behavioral crises grows, so does the demand on law enforcement officers. More and more criminal justice agencies are partnering with mental health professionals on a range of training and crisis intervention programs to improve outcomes. Here’s how.
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What Other Disciplines Are Tied to a Criminal Justice Career?
Learn how fields ranging from emergency management to psychology play a role in criminology—and how you can learn more with a criminal justice degree.
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Why Data Matters in Criminal Justice
Learn how data is being used to improve the criminal justice system and how you can learn more with a criminal justice degree.
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25 Ways Police Officers Serve Their Communities
Through their regular duties, like investigating crimes or assisting in emergencies, and through specialized skills, such as safely disarming explosives in the bomb squad, the men and women of law enforcement work hard serving their local communities.
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Leveraging Technology Tools to Make Online Doctoral Capstone Committees More Successful
Dr. Darci J. Harland, who mentors PhD and EdD students in capstone writing at Walden University, uses the latest technological tools and platforms to create personal, individualized learning experiences for mentees.
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Everything You Want to Know About Being a State Teacher of the Year
They inspire. They educate. They lead. They are the state teachers of the year, an annual cohort of educators who are standouts in their fields. The Council of Chief State School Officers coordinates a prestigious program for these teachers each year.
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Setting up an Elementary Homeschool
Dr. Stacy Ness, early childhood studies faculty member at Walden, shares insights about transitioning to homeschooling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Shrinking Distances: Using Technology to Open the World to Rural Students by Dr. Steve Canipe
There are a number of creative ways teachers can bring technology into the classroom, especially those who hold online education degrees such as an EdS in Educational Technology, an MS in Instructional Design and Technology, or a BS in Instructional Design and Technology. We explore one of these methods in this article.
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Why Today’s Sharpest Teaching Strategies Include an Encounter With Pokémon Go
Turn Your Classroom Into a Student Learning Hub With This Popular Mobile App
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Collaborative Teacher Leadership
Learn how teacher collaborations can improve your career—and how an MSED and graduate certificates can help you gain collaborative skills.
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EdD vs. PhD in Education: How to Choose the Right Degree
From the difference between an EdD and a PhD in Education to careers you can pursue with each, explore these two doctoral degrees.
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Why We Need More Early Childhood Special Education Professionals
From federal initiatives to brain research, compelling factors are influencing the need for more early childhood special education professionals.
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Master of Arts in Teaching vs. MS in Education: What’s the Difference?
Learn what separates an MS in Education from a Master of Arts in Teaching—and which master’s degree may better suit your career goals.
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How to Become an Elementary Education Teacher
Learn about the steps you need to take in order to become an effective elementary school teacher, beginning with a high-quality elementary education degree and continuing through to state licensure.
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Tips for Success in Classroom Management of At-Risk Populations
Keep problems out of the classroom with proven techniques for motivating and engaging students in a positive learning environment.
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Get Prepared for Rewarding Careers in Education Outside of the Classroom with an Online Graduate Degree
Today’s educators can take advantage of many exciting career options outside of teaching in the traditional classroom setting.
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How to Create an Effective Course for an Online Learning Program
If you’re seeking a career as an educator, learning how to teach online can expand your opportunities.
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