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Ph.D. in Education - Self-Designed
Walden is ideal for ambitious learners. Educators who are interested in pursuing an area that is not among the specializations currently offered may develop their own specialization with the approval of the faculty chair. Current students have developed self-designed specializations in curriculum areas such as science education, math education, art or music education, and literacy, as well as in discipline areas such as urban education and English-language learning. Professionals must have defined learning goals and, based on their needs, design their own program of study. The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership Ph.D. in Education Program produces educators who can address the nation's most pressing educational challenges. Students examine educational theory and practice within a broadly conceptualized curriculum.
Ph.D. in Education - General Program
Walden is ideal for ambitious learners. Professionals must have defined learning goals and, based on their needs, design their own program of study. The Ph.D. in Education Program offered through The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership produces educators who can address the nation's most pressing educational challenges. Students examine educational theory and practice within a broadly conceptualized curriculum. Students may choose a general, specialized program, or self-designed.
PhD - Professional Studies in Education
This online PhD program in education provides optimal opportunity for you to build upon previous knowledge and experience, and choose course work and research topics most interesting or relevant to your current position or career aspirations. In addition to earning a PhD, you will have the option to earn a Post-Master‘s Certificate in College Teaching or a Post-Master's Certificate in Enrollment Management (along with a professional Enrollment Management certificate from Noel-Levitz) as part of your program. The flexible program is designed for experienced educators or administrators working in a variety of teaching or training situations. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing postsecondary faculty or K-12 master teacher positions, or consulting or leadership positions in a variety of educational settings, including higher education, nonprofit organizations, business, the military, government, or health care.
Doctor of Education (EdD) International Education
Today, leaders are needed who are trained with the practical knowledge and skills required to work effectively within the context of global political, cultural, economic, community influences in education. These leaders must be aware of global trends and issues in the field of education, recognize the various dimensions of educational interventions and be able to analyze the implications for students nationally and internationally. Additionally, learners in this specialization analyze the roles and approaches of comparative, educational, and international practicum.