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Description
Walden Universitys Doctoral programs in Education is designed to match your professional interests and meet the needs of your organization. You will be expected to set your own defined learning goals and to design your own program of study. Make an impact and change the world of those around you.
Waldens Ph.D. in Education degree program incorporates a series of academic requirements, designed to ensure that you have acquired the necessary knowledge to be effective education professionals. Progress within the program will be evaluated using national standards assessments. Waldens faculty will help you master core concepts and principles, while student support services can provide additional academic, advising, and technical assistance. Gain the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in your professional field.
Specializations
Course-Based Format- Assessment, Evaluation, and Accountability
- Educational Technology
- Leadership, Policy, and Change in Education
- Learning, Instruction, and Innovation
- Adult Education Leadership
- Community College Leadership
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Early Childhood Education
- General Program
- Global and Comparative Education
- Higher Education
- Self-Designed
- Special Education
Why choose the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment specialization?
The Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (Mixed-Model) specialization offers expertise required to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment proficiencies to maximize student learning. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to move your career forward by meeting the demand for the most current research and best instructional practices in the field. Benefit from individualized research opportunities tailored to your academic discipline. Receive one-on-one mentoring from professionals in your area of interest. Grow as a researcher-practitioner, both today and in the future.
Study outcomes
Graduates of this program will be prepared to:
Contents
Completion Requirements
- 96 total quarter credits
- Foundations courses (12 cr.)
- Core courses (24 cr.)
- Specialized KAMs (24 cr.)
- Research sequence (16 cr.)
- Proposal, dissertation, and oral presentations (20 cr.)
- Minimum 8-10 quarters enrollment
- Four Ph.D. residencies to equal a minimum of 16 units
- ePortfolio
Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.
Lecturers
Waldens Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership features a distinguished faculty of scholars, researchers, and professionals with real-world experience who share a commitment to teaching. Faculty members blend academic theory with firsthand knowledge to enrich your learning experience and to broaden your perspectives on the latest issues and best practices in the field.Requirements
Admission requirements for Waldens programs vary but generally include the following:
- Official transcript(s)
- Transfer of credits based on a course-by-course evaluation of relevant transcripts
- A master's degree or higher
- Applicable test scores
- Completed online application
- Employment history
- List of transfer credits
English Language Requirements
IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 79Work Experience
At least 3 year(s) of work experience is required.
Three years of related professional or academic experience.
Technological Requirements
Access to a computer and the InternetWant to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
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Accreditation
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University, a National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)-accredited college, is dedicated to enhancing educator effectiveness and improving student achievement.