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. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: January 6, 2025 COST PER QUARTER: $4,050 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 120

Core Courses:

• ED 8004 - Societal and Cultural Change - 4 credits
• ED 8113 - Advanced Study in Research Methods - 4 credits
• ED 8515 - Advanced Action Research for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits

Specialization Courses:

• ED 814 - Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Educational Process - 4 credits
• ED 815 - The Future of Educational Institutions - 4 credits
• ED 7542 - The Politics of Pre-K–12 Education - 4 credits
• ED 7701 - Educational Philosophy and Change - 4 credits
• ED 8111 - The Historical and Social Foundations of Education - 4 credits
• ED 8502 - Advanced Learning Theory and Instructional Practice - 4 credits
• ED 9984 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination I - 4 credits
• ED 9985 - Doctoral Comprehensive Examination II - 4 credits
• ED 9996 - Dissertation Research I - 4 credits
• ED 9997 - Dissertation Research II - 4 credits
• ED 9998 - Dissertation Research III - 4 credits
• ED 9999 - Dissertation Research IV - 4 credits

Fifteen Elective Courses:

• ED 5506 - Standards and the K–12 Mathematics Curriculum - 4 credits
• ED 5507 - The Art of Planning Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5508 - Research and Best Practices in Mathematics Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5511 - Teaching Algebra and Understanding - 4 credits
• ED 5513 - Middle-Level Issues - 4 credits
• ED 5514 - Educational Leadership for Teacher-Leaders - 4 credits
• ED 5516 - Adult Learning and Professional Development - 4 credits
• ED 5522 - The Art of Planning Science Instruction: Creating the Engaged Science Student - 4 credits
• ED 5523 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Elementary Science Teachers - 4 credits
• ED 5524 - Inquiry-Based Curriculum and Resources for Secondary Science Teachers - 4 credits
• ED 5526 - Student Assessment and Work Analysis in Science Instruction - 4 credits
• ED 5528 - Technology Skills for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5529 - Instructional Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5530 - Assessment Strategies for the Virtual School Teacher - 4 credits
• ED 5533 - Curriculum Mapping: Reflection and Practice - 4 credits (recommended elective for all K–12 teachers) OR
• Choose any graduate courses.