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