Certificate

Certificate in Place-Based Education

 

Introduction

The aim of place-based education is to increase local learning in the natural, built, and cultural environment. Place-based education increases motivation, student achievement, and care for our surroundings. You can transform schools into centers of learning and action that utilize the local community as a context for developing essential skills and understandings. Regardless of where or who you teach, the principles of place-based education can be an integrating theme. Our certificate gives educators the tools to guide students to better understand and positively influence their world. A student’s impact on the world begins with their connection to and participation in the local community. This certificate is offered by AU New England.


Certificate Overview

The certificate is specifically designed for educators who already have a master’s degree, are not quite ready for a full degree, or desire an engaging, place-based professional learning experience. Through a mix of classroom, field-based, and online experiences, you have a chance to collaborate with educators from around the country and the globe who are making place-based education the focal point of their teaching and professional practice. Finish the certificate in three or four semesters, 12-15 months. This certificate centers on using the local community and environment as starting points to integrate language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, art, music, and technology. Required courses focus on the essentials of place-based education: implementation in contemporary schools, designing nature explorations with children, developing partnerships with local organizations, and investigating place-based social justice topics. The courses will help you inspire students to develop strong ties to their community, increase appreciation for the natural world, and participate as active, contributing citizens. Make place an integrating context inside and outside of your classroom. Whether you teach 2nd grade or high school science, work in a public or independent school, this program guides you to develop the skills and understanding to be a place-based teacher and leader.

Certificate Requirements

The Certificate in Place-Based Education focuses on the process of using the local community and environment as starting points to integrate language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, art, music, and technology. It is built on David Sobel’s pioneering program development and writing that sparked a nationwide and international movement to design and implement place-based learning. This is a 4-semester program that can be completed entirely online. Students can begin in any term and will take 3 credits per semester until completion.

Take a look at the catalog for a full list of requirements and courses.

Looking for more than a certificate? Consider an MEd in Place-Based Education.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Place-based Education concentration have the capacity to:

  • Understand citizenship and meaningful student participation in communities.
  • Incorporate place-based themes into teaching and classroom practice.
  • Develop place-based integrated curricula designed to increase student achievement.
  • Help develop place-based teaching and learning in their schools.
  • Help others understand place-based learning across a variety of contexts.

Admissions

Education Programs at Antioch University New England value colleagueship and strong learning communities. We offer a 10% discount for 3 or more students from the same school or school district who attend any of our AUNE Education MEd or Certificate programs at the same time. Specific limitations and conditions apply. You can find more information here.

How to Apply
  1. Complete the Online Application Form.
  2. Write and submit an Admissions Essay in a 1 – 2-page Word document answering each of the following questions in meaningful detail:
    • Why did you choose Antioch?
    • Why did you choose the program you are applying to?
    • What are your future plans and how do you connect this program to you plans?
  3. Resume
  4. There are additional requirements for International applicants and applicants without a Bachelor’s degree
  5. Request transcripts from all colleges and universities you have previously attended. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Antioch University New England, in an unopened sealed envelope. We also accept e-transcripts at [email protected]. Please Note: You may submit unofficial transcripts for initial review of your application, but your application will not be considered complete until official transcripts are received.

Please submit all materials to: Antioch University New England Admissions Office 40 Avon Street Keene, NH 03431 All application materials submitted become part of an applicant’s file and cannot be returned.

Application Deadlines
TermDate
SummerMay 1
FallAugust 15
SpringDecember 1
Application Requirements

Candidates Must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 2.75 GPA.
  • Interview with a faculty member of the department to which you seek entry if selected. This can be in person, by phone, or via Skype.
  • Master’s and Certificate Programs do not require the GRE or any other standardized test for admissions. We consider all of your application materials, and evaluate your academic potential in a variety of ways.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

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Cost

Foundations of Education (Experienced Educators) CertificatesTuition Cost per CreditTotal Program Credits
Problem Based Learning / Critical Skills Certificate $81615
Educating for Sustainability Certificate $81612
Place-based Education Certificate $81612
Nature-Based Early Childhood Education Certificate $81612
Mindfulness for Educators Graduate Certificate$8169
Integrated STEAM Education Certificate $81615
Certificate in Teaching and Learning$81615
Certificate in Dyslexia Studies $81618
Certificate in Reggio Emilia Approach $81618
Certificate in Trauma Informed Education$81618
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