Interactive Learning Modules

Engage your students like never before with cutting-edge teaching techniques and tools

One-on-One Coaching

Accreditation unlocks access to resources and support to enhance your expertise and grow your micro school

Community Support

Stop feeling powerless. Get practical tools to address classroom challenges, advocate for resources your students deserve, and build a school culture where every voice—including yours—truly matters.

About Accreditation

You care deeply about your students. You see what they need. But somewhere between the mandates, the budget cuts, and the bureaucracy, your voice gets lost. You're not alone—thousands of teachers feel this way every day. This course is designed for educators like you who are ready to stop accepting "that's just how it is" and start making things happen. Whether you're advocating for curriculum changes, pushing back on unrealistic expectations, or fighting for resources your classroom desperately needs, you'll learn the exact strategies that work. We cover everything: how to build credibility, communicate effectively with administrators, mobilize support from colleagues, and navigate the politics of school systems without compromising your principles. You'll walk away with a toolkit of real, actionable strategies—not theory, but proven methods that teachers have used to create genuine change. Ready to become the advocate your students deserve? Let's get started.

Course Instructor: Aja McNair

Aja McNair is a Senior Teacher Advocate at the National Micro School Accrediting Association (NMSAA). Drawing from over 100 years of educational expertise, we understand the diverse challenges educators encounter in today's global education landscape. NMSAA's tailored, 4-week self-paced course is your pathway to accreditation, transforming your micro school advocacy into reality.

What You'll Learn

6 Chapters · 33 Lessons

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      NMSAA Teacher Advocate Course Outline

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      NMSAA Teacher Advocate Target Audience Worksheet

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      NMSAA Teacher Advocate Networking Worksheet

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      Module 01 | Lesson 01 | Overview

    2. Module 01 | Lesson 01 | Course Overview Free preview
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      Module 01 | Lesson 02 | What is Advocacy?

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      Module 01 | Lesson 03 | Teachers as Advocates

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      Module 01 | Lesson 04 | Weekly Recap: Thinking About Your Role as a Teacher Advocate

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      Module 01 | Quiz

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      Module 02 | Overview

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      Module 02 | Lesson 01 | Get the Facts

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      Module 02 | Lesson 02 | Gather Data

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      Module 02 | Lesson 03 | Build a Strong Argument

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      Module 02 | Lesson 04 | Weekly Recap: Setting a Foundation for Advocacy through Research

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      Module 02 | Quiz

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      Module 03 | Overview

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      Module 03 | Lesson 01 | What Are You Passionate About?

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      Module 03 | Lesson 02 | Meeting the Needs of the Community

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      Module 03 | Lesson 03 | Build Your Network

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      Module 03 | Lesson 04 | Weekly Recap: Finding Your Space in Education Advocacy

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      Module 03 | Quiz

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      Module 04 | Overview

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      Module 04 | Lesson 01 | Being a Lobbyist for Education

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      Module 04 | Lesson 02 | Taking Action in the Community

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      Module 04 | Lesson 03 | Spreading the Word

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      Module 04 | Lesson 04 | Weekly Recap: Exploring Ways to Take Action as a Teacher Advocate

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      Module 04 | Quiz

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      Module 05 | Overview

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      Module 05 | Lesson 01 | Advocating for Microschools

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      Module 05 | Lesson 02 | Working with NMSAA

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      Module 05 | Lesson 03 | Next Steps

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      Module 05 | Lesson 04 | Weekly Recap: Planning for Success as a Microschool Advocate

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      Module 05 | Quiz

Ready to Acheive Your Teacher Advocate Accreditation?

You have the passion. You have the expertise. What you need is the strategy. This course gives you the exact framework to advocate with confidence, influence decision-makers, and create the changes your students deserve. Stop waiting for permission. Start making it happen.

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