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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education

School of Education

Curriculum and Instruction Specialization

Advance your knowledge of P–12 curriculum and instruction and conduct research to lead positive change and improve student achievement. This PhD in Education specialization offers advanced theory and practice in research methodology and application, curriculum mapping, instruction and assessment, and collaborative curriculum development. Throughout the program you will build a professional portfolio to demonstrate your doctoral competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization are often licensed P–12 teachers, curriculum specialists, or administrators interested in pursuing curriculum director, principal or superintendent positions, or higher education faculty positions in the field of curriculum design or evaluation.

The residential colloquia experience

As a doctoral learner, you will attend three one-week colloquia at specific stages in your program, in addition to your online courses. These energizing residencies provide you with insights and knowledge that will be valuable during your doctoral studies and beyond. Learn more about residential colloquia:

Total Program: 120 quarter credits
Next Start Date: February 9, 2009
Cost Per Quarter: $4,335.00
78% of our learners receive aid.
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Core Courses

  • ED8007 - Leading Innovation - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8119 - Advanced Practicum in Research Design* - 4 quarter credits

Specialization Courses

  • ED8538 - Curriculum and Instruction Program Evaluation - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8540 - Internship in Curriculum and Instruction I - 2 quarter credits
  • ED8541 - Internship in Curriculum and Instruction II - 2 quarter credits
  • ED7541 - Teacher Supervision and Evaluation - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7820 - Principles of Educational Administration - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8533 - Advanced Curriculum Mapping: Reflection and Practice - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8534 - Advanced Instruction and Assessment: Theory and Practice - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8535 - Advanced Collaboration for the Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8536 - Advanced Application of Research for the Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7822 - The Funding of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
  • ED9919 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination* - 4 quarter credits
  • ED9920 - Dissertation Courseroom* - non-credit
  • ED9921 - Dissertation Research 1* - 5 quarter credits
  • ED9922 - Dissertation Research 2* - 5 quarter credits
  • ED9923 - Dissertation Research 3* - 5 quarter credits
  • ED9924 - Dissertation Research 4* - 5 quarter credits

Twelve Elective Courses

  • Recommended elective courses
  • ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 quarter credits
  • ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7537 - Emerging Technology and Multimedia for Curriculum and Instruction - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7700 - Learning Theory and the Educational Process - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7701 - Educational Philosophy and Change - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7711 - Course Design and Development - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7107 - Teaching and Learning with Diverse Populations - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7823 - Education and the Law - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8111 - The Historical and Social Foundations of Education - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8812 - The Governance of Educational Institutions - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7310 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8100 - The Future of Educational Institutions: Topics and Trends: Topics and Trends - 4 quarter credits
  • ED7818 - The Future of Teaching and Learning: Issues for the Educational Leader - 4 quarter credits
  • HS5334 - Ethnic and Cultural Awareness - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8115 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
  • ED8117 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods* - 4 quarter credits
  • OR
  • Choose any graduate courses
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.
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