Reading and Literacy Leadership

Description

Walden’s Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)offers educational professionals a chance to develop their skills as effective leaders and apply current theory and practices in a variety of educational settings. Prepare for academic positions including teachers, principals, superintendents, college instructors, and similar roles that require strong decision-making and leadership skills.

Choose from relevant specializations to further define your career focus. Benefit from the flexibility of online courses the highly-collaborative learning community in which educators from all parts of the world share their experiences.

Continue your present practice while assuming influential roles in your community. The programs focus on: teaching and lifelong learning, research and reflective analytical thought, leadership and communication, diversity, and collaborative social change. Develop expertise in various areas, promoting equity and excellence.

Programs that are focused on practice instead of research, your coursework will culminate with a doctoral study. Do rigorous work that makes an original contribution to your field and create practical solutions.

Specializations

• Administrator Leadership for Teaching and Learning
• Adult Education
• College Teaching and Learning
• Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
• Early Childhood Education
• Higher Education Leadership
• Reading and Literacy Leadership
• Special Education
• Teacher Leadership

Why choose the Reading and Literacy Leadership specialization?

The Reading and Literacy Leadership specialization prepares students to implement literacy initiatives to enable positive social change. Learn how to best engage educators within professional development programs and learning communities. Understand strategies that can improve outcomes across the educational system—from classroom instruction to program design to policy development. Explore socio-political, cultural, and economic influences on literacy, as well as assessment and targeted instruction for diverse learners.

Specialization outcomes

Graduates of this program will be prepared to:

Contents

Curriculum includes:

• Foundations in Reading and Literacy Leadership
• Literacy Leadership for Todays Schools
• Applied Research in Education
• Learners and the Changing Literacy Landscape
• Assessment and Data Analysis to Support Effective Literacy Programs
• Research in Practice
• Program Development and Professional Development
• Completing the Prospectus

Requirements

Admission requirements for Walden’s 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

Work Experience

At least 3 year(s) of work experience is required.

Three years of related professional or academic experience.

Technological Requirements

Want 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.