Programs in the Department of Learning and Teaching
The
Department of Learning and Teaching offers the doctor of education (Ed.D.) degree in
the following areas:
early
childhood/elementary education*
language education literacy education
mathematics education science education
The doctor of
education degree programs prepare individuals to take leadership roles in their
area of study. All programs combine substantial work in the program area with
courses in research methods and educational foundations. Some programs may
also require coursework in departments of arts and sciences. Upon successful
completion of a qualifying examination designed to assess the breadth and depth
of students' knowledge in their field, students work with their advisers to
develop and execute their dissertation project.
Sample Degree
Requirements (Minimum of 72 Credits)
foundations
of education (9) area of specialization (30)
research (9)
qualifying examination
dissertation study (24)
*A
specialization in creative arts education is available within the early
childhood/elementary education program.
