Doctorate of Education in Educational Administration, Curriculum, and Supervision

Doctorate of Philosophy in Educational Administration, Curriculum, and Supervision

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Doctorate of Philosophy in Education Administration, Curriculum, and Supervision Degree Overview

Ph.D. programs are highly individualized, and are the result of collaborative planning involving the student, major advisor, and doctoral committee. Typically, Ph.D. programs of study are designed to enable students to develop a high level of expertise in a specific area of research.

The mission of EACS is to promote critical inquiry that addresses important issues relating to teaching, learning, and leadership in order that service and collaboration among colleagues and the professional communities may be enhanced.

Why Study for a Ph.D. of Education in EACS at OU-Tulsa?

The EACS faculty is comprised of scholars and practitioners who are committed to providing an enriched curriculum to equip Ph.D. students with the habits of mind, habits of hand, and habits of heart that are needed to develop stewards of the discipline (as termed by the Carnegie Foundation).

Doctoral Program Requirements

Three letters of reference from people who are familiar with your academic and/or professional qualifications. A professional CV/resume emphasizing career and research experience.
A statement of your career objectives, why you have chosen this field of study over other fields, and how the Ph.D. will help you achieve your academic and/or professional goals.
Two academic writing samples from graduate courses, a Master's thesis or substantive research paper to a policy brief, white paper or conference paper.
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Doctor of Philosophy in EACS Degree Curriculum

Students in the Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum doctoral program will take courses in: Theoretical Issues in the Curriculum and Instruction, Teaching and Learning, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodology, and the Specialization Area in which they are admitted.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum is directed toward the development of scholarly expertise in a field of study and is intended to serve individuals who have promise of making contributions to their areas of expertise.

Sample Courses

EACS, or EDS 6970 Pro Seminar, 3 credits, required course1 A "Pro"2 Seminar taught by Department faculty that introduces students to doctoral study, including quantitative and qualitative approaches, library resources, various writing styles and other logistical considerations.
Quantitative Methods:
EIPT 5023 Analysis of Quant Data I
EIPT 6023 Analysis of Quant Data II
Qualitative Methods
Two courses (6 total hours) as approved by the committee3
EACS, EDAH or EDS 6970 Prospectus Development Seminar (3 credit hours, required course)
Additional research methods course (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods - 3 credit hours)

Career Paths

Some typical career paths include:

University Professor/Researcher
Curriculum Director or Coordinator
Educational Consultant
Director of Teaching and Learning
Research Analyst in Education
Director of Assessment and Evaluation
Education Policy Analyst
Professional Development Specialist
Director of Educational Technology
School Principal/Administrator
Chief Academic Officer
Grant Writer/Coordinator for Educational Initiatives
Education Program Manager
School Improvement Specialist
Adult Education Administrator
Director of Student Services
Chief Learning Officer in Corporate or Nonprofit Organizations

Employers

Surrounding Pre-K-12 Public
Private, and Charter Schools and School Districts in NEOK
Tulsa Higher Ed Consortium
YMCA/YWCA

Scholarships

Dr. Glenn Snider Education Scholarship Fund:
Applicants must be full-time regularly enrolled Ph.D. students in the College of Education who are studying secondary school administration (EACS).
Michael Langenbach Scholarship Fund:
Education Administration and Curriculum Supervision majors enrolled in the CoE and must maintain a 3.0 combined retention GPA; must demonstrate need for supplemental financial assistance.

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