PhD

Public Policy (Global Leadership)

Study mode:Online Study type:Part-time Languages: English
 
StudyQA ranking:3668 Duration:

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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 Teacher Leadership specialization?

The Teacher Leadership specialization is designed for educators who want to continue teaching while assuming influential roles in their community. The program empowers experienced master educators to effect change and improve student learning. Prepare to become an even more effective educator through academic milestones that will be evaluated using assessments that align with national professional standards. Master core concepts and principles, and benefit from additional academic, advising, and technical assistance from student support services.

Specialization outcomes

Graduates of this program will be prepared to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the current literature and trends in education.
  • Demonstrate the reflective teaching and learning skills needed by a professional in the field of education.
  • Utilize effective communication skills in presenting academic research.
  • Identify and propose a solution to educational problem.
  • Demonstrate leadership via effective communication and use of technology.
  • Utilize effective communication skills in presenting academic research.
  • Show awareness of global interrelationships and affirm diversity in their own work about teaching and learning.
  • Collaborate with a range of stakeholders in education and/or learning organizations.
  • Demonstrate active commitment to social change.
  • Contents

    Curriculum includes:

    • Foundations: Teacher Leadership
    • Leadership for Todays Schools
    • Applied Research in Education
    • Teaching and Learning: Theory and Research
    • Completing the Prospectus
    • Doctoral Study Intensive
    • Doctoral Study Intensive

    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

    IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test: 79

    Work 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 Internet

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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.

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