Walden University - Online PhD Program in Education

Walden University - Online PhD Program in Education

With over 30 years experience offering distance learning to professional adults, Walden University has developed accredited doctorate degree programs that fit your busy schedule. Walden University School of Psychology offers the following online PhD and Ed.D. degree programs in education with specializations:

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) for K-12 Teachers / Teacher Leadership - Online PhD Program
Designed for K-12 teachers who want to continue teaching while assuming leadership roles in their school and community. It focuses on the "teacher as leader" and empowers experienced master teachers to effect change and improve student learning. The program is based on standards developed by the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium and the National Staff Development Council.

Ph.D. in Education / General Degree - Online PhD Program
The General Program in Education is intended for students whose professional practice and career goals cover a range of educational topics or are interdisciplinary, combining specific education subjects with complementary subjects from the humanities or social, natural and behavioral sciences.

Ph.D. in Education / Adult Education Leadership - Online PhD Program
This specialization helps you develop the knowledge and skills required to conceive, plan and deliver highly effective corporate training and development activities using the latest techniques, electronic technologies and learning strategies.

Ph.D. in Education / Community College Leadership - Online PhD Program
With more than half of America's senior community college administrators retiring by 2007, nearly 15,000 new leadership opportunities are becoming available to qualified candidates. Walden's online Community College Leadership Ph.D. program gives you the credentials you need to distinguish yourself as a leader in your field and take advantage of these exciting career opportunities.

Ph.D. in Education / Early Childhood Education - Online PhD Program
As the demographics of the family and workforce change, the nation is increasingly turning its attention to the critical need for early child development and education. With this specialization, you will develop the expertise to lead in the development of new program practices, to apply emerging research on development in the early years and to conceptualize new paradigms for early learning.

Ph.D. in Education / Educational Technology - Online PhD Program
Become highly skilled in course development and delivery using technology, integration of technology in the curriculum, cognition and technology-based instruction and the management of technology for improved learning.

Ph.D. in Education / Higher Education - Online PhD Program
Develop proficiency in knowing how individuals, particularly adults, learn most effectively, what tools and strategies best promote learning and in what contexts, and how educational systems and policies can be changed to create focused learning opportunities.

Ph.D. in Education / K-12 Educational Leadership - Online PhD Program
Walden's K-12 specialization provides a much-needed new model for advanced study in the field of educational leadership. A highly flexible, student-centered curriculum is designed to create local, regional, and state educational leaders who can relate to diverse, multi-cultural, K-12 and community-based school populations.

Ph.D. in Education / Knowledge Management - Online PhD Program
A specialization in Knowledge Management as offered by the School of Education, prepares students to lead organizational change efforts and to leverage corporate knowledge and learning for tangible organizational results. The degree granted is the Ph.D. in Education. The specialization includes three core courses in Knowledge Management and a capstone seminar.

Ph.D. in Education / Learning Management - Online PhD Program
A specialization in Learning Management prepares students to lead organizational-change efforts and to leverage corporate knowledge and learning for tangible organizational results. The degree granted is the Ph.D. in Education. The specialization includes three core courses in Knowledge and Learning Management and a capstone seminar.

Ph.D. in Education / Special Education - Online PhD Program
Most K-12 educators are strong advocates for improved services for exceptional/disabled individuals. Unfortunately, resources for the delivery of these services are often far less than schools and school districts desire. At Walden, you will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to provide leadership in the special education field and to better assist your own students in the self-actualization process.

Residency-based education is a required part of all Ph.D. programs at Walden University, and several residency options are available. Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.