Discover how you can build upon your existing expertise with dynamic skills that can increase student achievement and improve teacher retention. Learn more about your leadership style, leverage the latest research to guide your decisions, and lead with greater confidence in your classroom and in your learning community. The Teacher Leadership specialization is ideal for the classroom teacher who is passionate about making a difference in education. Named for the former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, Walden's M.S.Ed. program is offered through The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership. The college is the choice of more than 37,000 students and alumni. Walden also supports the teaching profession by offering more than $5 million in education scholarships for classroom teachers.  Based on Walden's 2007 graduate survey respondents, more than 95% of M.S.Ed. graduates said earning their degrees at Walden enhanced their professional performance. In addition, M.S.Ed. alumni strongly endorse their Walden experience.