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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education

K–12 Studies in Education

School of Education

The K–12 studies in education specialization is designed for K–12 career-oriented professionals who wish to excel as scholar-practitioners. You will study current issues in education with a focus on research-based competencies. The flexibility of this specialization allows you to create an individualized doctoral program that fits your unique interests, from the instruction of specific subjects to broad topics such as leadership.

Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. At specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. See residential colloquia details

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  • COST PER QUARTER: $4,176
  • (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
  • TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 120
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Core Courses:

  • ED8002 - Foundations of Theory and Practice in Doctoral Studies - 4 credits
  • ED8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 credits
  • ED8515 - Advanced Action Research for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits

Specialization Courses:

  • ED814 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process - 4 credits
  • ED815 - The Future of Educational Institutions - 4 credits
  • ED7542 - The Politics of Pre-K–12 Education - 4 credits
  • ED7701 - Educational Philosophy and Change - 4 credits
  • ED8111 - The Historical and Social Foundations of Education - 4 credits
  • ED8502 - Advanced Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 credits
  • ED9984 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination I - 4 credits
  • ED9985 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination II - 4 credits
  • ED9996 - Dissertation Research I - 4 credits
  • ED9997 - Dissertation Research II - 4 credits
  • ED9998 - Dissertation Research III - 4 credits
  • ED9999 - Dissertation Research IV - 4 credits

Fifteen Elective Courses (Recommended Elective Courses):

  • ED5506 - Standards and the K–12 Mathematics Curriculum - 4 credits
  • ED5507 - The Art of Planning Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
  • ED5508 - Research and Best Practices in Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
  • ED5511 - Teaching Algebra and Understanding - 4 credits
  • ED5513 - Middle-Level Issues - 4 credits
  • ED5514 - Educational Leadership for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits
  • ED5516 - Adult Learning and Professional Development - 4 credits
  • ED5522 - The Art of Planning Science Instruction: Creating the Engaged Science Student - 4 credits
  • ED5523 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Elementary Science Teachers - 4 credits
  • ED5524 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Secondary Science Teachers - 4 credits
  • ED5526 - Student Assessment and Work Analysis in Science Instruction - 4 credits
  • ED5528 - Technology Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
  • ED5529 - Instructional Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
  • ED5530 - Assessment Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
  • ED8115 - Advanced Quantitative Research Methods - 4 credits
  • ED8117 - Advanced Qualitative Research Methods - 4 credits
  • ED8119 - Advanced Practicum in Research Design - 4 credits
  • ED5533 - Curriculum Mapping: Reflection and Practice - 4 credits (recommended elective for all K–12 teachers) OR
  • Choose any graduate courses.

Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360-725-6320 or profed@ospi.wednet.edu to determine whether this education program is approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district to learn whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.

Register now for a course, or call 1-888-227-2736.

Some of my colleagues have doctorates from Tufts, Stanford, Harvard and so forth. I serve on the same committees and command the same respect they do. We treat each other as equals.

John DiCicco
PhD Program,
School of Education

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