PhD

Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

Study mode:Online Study type:Part-time Languages: English
 
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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 Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment specialization?

The Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment specialization is designed for educators who want to drive innovation and change at district, regional, state, and federal levels. Through a blend of learning and organizational theory, you can develop expertise in the latest research and practices in curriculum design, teacher professional development, and program assessment. Learn the strategies you need to effect change in schools. Acquire the critical-thinking and research skills needed to shape school systems in order to meet the diverse needs of all students.

Specialization outcomes

Graduates of this program will be prepared to:

  • Promote a positive school culture, providing an effective instructional program.
  • Manage the organization, operations, and resources in a way that promotes a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
  • Collaborate with families and other community members, responding to diverse community interests and needs.
  • Act with integrity, fairly, and in an ethical manner.
  • Understand, respond to, and influence the larger political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context.
  • Contents

    Curriculum includes:

    • Foundations for Doctoral Study in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
    • Leadership for Todays Schools
    • Applied Research in Education
    • Systemic Curriculum Design: Rigor, Relevance, and Results
    • Data-Driven Instruction and Assessment
    • Research in Practice
    • Effective Professional Development

    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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