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The Importance of Curriculum Design in Modern Education

Posted on January 24, 2025 by adauches

As the educational landscape continues to evolve rapidly in the wake of the global pandemic, educators and administrators are working tirelessly to develop student engagement strategies that improve outcomes and increase equity in the learning environment. Curriculum development rests at the core of the leading inclusive education strategies, increasing the demand for educators with advanced curriculum planning skills. What Is Curriculum Design? […]

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Curriculum & Instruction: Integrating SEL Into Everyday Lessons

Posted on January 9, 2025 by adauches

On any given day in the classroom, students will study language arts, explore new math concepts and test out scientific theories. However, in recent years, teachers and administrators have been working together to implement a new subject into the curriculum — social-emotional learning (SEL). In an age when children of all ages are struggling with […]

Marymount’s Special Education program is first to achieve accreditation from Council for Exceptional Children

Posted on October 9, 2024 (October 10, 2024) by nmunson

Marymount University’s School of Education’s Special Education program is the first in the nation to achieve accreditation from the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), the recognized leader for special education professional preparation standards that ensure special educators are better prepared for successful, long-term careers. CEC accreditation provides programs with a robust, targeted and exclusive opportunity […]

Marymount recognized for excellence as a 2024-25 College of Distinction

Posted on June 20, 2024 (July 1, 2024) by nmunson

Marymount University has been named a College of Distinction for the 2024-2025 academic year. It is a prestigious honor highlighting the institution’s commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education and welcoming environment where students explore their passions, pursue their dreams, positively impact the world and Learn with Purpose. Marymount earned College of Distinction status overall […]

Scholarship program launched for diocesan teachers to earn special education certificate at Marymount

Posted on June 18, 2024 (June 18, 2024) by nmunson

Marymount University’s School of Education and the nonprofit Porto Charities have collaborated to launch a new scholarship program designed to support special education teachers and educators employed by the Catholic Diocese of Arlington. Porto Charities, which aims to increase educational and employment opportunities available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through grants and advocacy […]

Six Types of Leadership Styles in Education: A Guide for Educators

Posted on April 30, 2024 (May 13, 2024) by Marymount Admins

Do you aspire to serve as an educational leader who makes an impact in the lives of students? Exploring different types of leadership styles in education in a Master of Education (M.Ed.) program can help you take your career to new levels of success. Education leaders play critical roles in helping students learn and grow while creating safe […]

Marymount hosts grand opening event for Early Learning Academy

Posted on March 22, 2024 (March 22, 2024) by nmunson

Last week, Marymount University celebrated the grand opening of its Early Learning Academy through a ribbon-cutting event attended by Virginia Secretary of Education Aimee Rogstad Guidera, Marymount Board of Trustees Chair Peter Converse, University administrators and staff, families and officials such as Virginia Senator Barbara Favola and Arlington County Board Member Matt de Ferranti. […]

President Becerra speaks on educational equity, economic opportunity at White House Hispanic Initiative meeting

Posted on January 29, 2024 (January 29, 2024) by nmunson

Last week, the President’s Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence and Economic Opportunity for Hispanics convened its fifth meeting at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, D.C. Designed to demonstrate the Administration’s commitment to workforce development and economic opportunities for Hispanics, the event also allowed commissioners to gather ideas for recommendations they […]

MU expands access to graduate education for ADW teachers

Posted on November 7, 2023 (November 7, 2023) by nmunson

Marymount University’s School of Education and the Archdiocese of Washington (ADW) have signed a memorandum of understanding that establishes a partnership between the two institutions, which will result in expanded access to Marymount graduate programs for ADW teachers through an innovative pathway to licensure. Seeking to provide access to high-quality and accredited academic courses […]

Meet the new Dean of Marymount’s College of Health and Education

Posted on October 26, 2023 (October 26, 2023) by Nicole Koluder

New College of Health and Education Dean at Marymount

Marymount University welcomed Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee in June 2023 as the new Dean of the College of Health and Education. With her vision and leadership, she hopes to propel students, faculty and staff towards continued success while simultaneously upholding the University’s mantra ‘Learn with Purpose’ through all of the College’s initiatives. What was your […]