Northcentral University

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The Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Teaching program provides teacher's instructions to enhance their professional competencies, improve their instructional practices, and expand their professional awareness to become more effective instructors. Courses will examine curricula design and development, how to implement and assess curricula, and how to evaluate contemporary teaching and instructional practices. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Doctor of Education in E-Learning program focuses on understanding the unique needs of online learners, developing courses to effectively teach, and tracking student's progress as they complete assignments and tests. With the accessibility and convenience of online learning more students are looking to complete degrees this way, so the need for effective instructors will also likely increase.

Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Doctor of Education in Early Childhood Education program allows learners to explore a broad spectrum of topics from growth and development, childhood literature, program administration, curriculum and assessment, and stakeholder partnerships. The specialization is designed with an emphasis on the development of skills in scientific inquiry and leadership. Learners enrolled in this program will develop an understanding of theory related to the study of education in early childhood. Learners will apply research findings in an informed manner and conduct applied research and program evaluation.

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The Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership is a comprehensive program designed to address the ever-changing and emerging issues within the context of educational settings. The program promotes a broad array of values, knowledge, and skills essential to renew and improve education in the 21st Century. Graduates should gain a coherent understanding of structured learning experiences to professionally share with colleagues to achieve maximum learning outcomes. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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Our Doctor of Education in English Second Language (ESOL) program provides instruction in the assessment and development of curriculum content and practical information related to bilingual instructional methods that teachers can facilitate in directed classroom settings. Courses will examine age appropriate and culturally relevant materials that incorporate the needs and emphasize respect to learners from diverse backgrounds and how to adapt content curriculum for ESL/ESOL students.

Candidates should check with their respective state officials to determine if this program meets applicable certification requirements and should hold a master's degree prior to enrolling.

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The Doctor of Education/Global Training and Development addresses the dynamic and integrative approach to prepare consultants, human resource directors, and program developers in how to identify global workplace/workforce issues and then design an action-oriented plan to tackle the issues. Courses will combine organizational leadership, adult education, and human resource techniques and practices to apply the practical aspects of these fields towards this specialization. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Doctor of Education in International Education program focuses on the global trends and issues in the field of education. The need for leaders with the knowledge and practical skills to analyze and implement educational interventions that address economic, political, cultural, and community influences in education for all students will likely continue to grow. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Doctor of Education in Special Education program prepares graduates to teach and work with individuals with various types of disabilities. Courses will cover a wide spectrum of issues relating to individuals with disabilities, including the development and characteristics of learners, individual learning differences, instructional strategies, social development, and language development. The curriculum will prepare graduates to work in a variety of educational settings that enhance the learning process for exceptional individuals. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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The Doctor of Education degree with a specialization in Sports Management provides educators with leadership expertise in this growing field. The program is designed to allow learners the ability to increase their understanding of the field of Sports Management through practical application and doctoral research on the influences that impact sports and athletics. The program includes a combination of science-based academics, research methods, and real-world experience with an emphasis on the ever-changing financial, legal, political, and marketing concerns within the sports industry.

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A Ph.D. in Education/Curriculum and Teaching program provides teacher's instructions to enhance their professional competencies, improve their instructional practices, and expand their professional awareness to become more effective instructors. Courses will examine curricula design and development, how to implement and assess curricula, and how to evaluate contemporary teaching and instructional practices. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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Our Ph.D. in Education/E-Learning degree program focuses on understanding the unique needs of online learners, developing courses to effectively teach, and tracking student's progress as they complete assignments and tests. With the accessibility and convenience of online learning more students are looking to complete degrees this way, so the need for effective instructors will also likely increase.

Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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Our Ph.D. in Education/Early Childhood Education degree program is designed to address the ever-changing and emerging issues within the context of educational settings so candidates will develop an understanding of theory related to the study of education in early childhood. The program allows learners to explore a broad spectrum of topics from growth and development, childhood literature, program administration, curriculum and assessment, and stakeholder partnerships, and apply research findings in an informed manner. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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A Ph.D. in Education/Educational Leadership is a comprehensive degree program designed to address the ever-changing and emerging issues within the context of educational settings. The program promotes a broad array of values, knowledge, and skills essential to renew and improve education in the 21st Century. Graduates should gain a coherent understanding of structured learning experiences to professionally share with colleagues to achieve maximum learning outcomes. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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Our Ph.D. in Education/Ph.D.Ed/English Second Language program provides instruction in the assessment and development of curriculum content and practical information related to bilingual instructional methods that teachers can facilitate in directed classroom settings. Courses will examine age appropriate and culturally relevant materials that incorporate the needs and emphasize respect to learners from diverse backgrounds to adapt content curriculum for ESL/ESOL students.

Candidates should check with their respective state officials to determine if this program meets applicable certification requirements, and they should also hold a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling.

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A Ph.D. in Education/Instructional Leadership program provides a solid foundation for educators who desire to improve the instructional capacity of schools and increase student achievement. Instructional leadership, not just by the principal, but by others in both formal and informal leadership roles, play a pivotal role in leading instructional improvements to enhance individual student learning and achievement. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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International Education is designed to offer learners the chance to advance in the important field of global educational inquiry. Today, leaders are needed who are trained with the skills and practical knowledge required to work effectively within the context of global economic, political, cultural, community influences in education. These same 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. Learners in this specialization analyze the roles and approaches of international, comparative, and educational practices. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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A Ph.D. in Education/Leadership in Higher Education degree is designed to develop educator's leadership skills and possibly advance to middle-and senior-level administrator positions including presidents and deans. Graduates can also work as faculty members in colleges and universities around the world. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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A Ph.D. in Education/Special Education program prepares graduates to teach and work with individuals with various types of disabilities. Courses will cover a wide spectrum of issues relating to individuals with disabilities, including the development and characteristics of learners, individual learning differences, instructional strategies, social development, and language development.Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.

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Our Ph.D. in Education/Sports Management degree program is designed to address the ever-changing and emerging issues within the context of educational settings and how to apply educational concepts and management principles in the planning, organizing, leading, and directing of sports and athletics. In this program, learners will further their knowledge of competencies in athletic administration and coaching; explore working problems within the profession to discern solutions; and build an understanding of educational theories related to this field. Prospective students must meet certain prerequisite requirements such as a bachelor's or master's degree or relevant work experience prior to enrolling. These requirements can be discussed with the career counselor when they call.