Leadership Doctoral Programs
Curriculum and Instruction Specialization
In-Person or Online
61 credit hours Ed.D
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67 credit hours Ph.D
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Concordia University Chicago’s Leadership Ed.D/Ph.D program with a specialization in Curriculum and Instruction is for teachers who wish to pursue a program that prepares them for leadership roles in public or private schools. This program develops educational experts and scholars who can design, implement, evaluate and manage curriculum and instruction programs in K-12 schools. The coursework facilitates the exploration, discussion and understanding of the challenges and possibilities of teacher education.
Learning Objectives
- Develop the abilities for research and critical thinking in the field of curriculum and instruction, with theoretical and practical knowledge.
- Develop competency in curriculum evaluation, development and mapping.
- Improve understanding in the teaching and learning process.
- Build a strong professional background in areas related to curriculum and instruction.
- Support and lead reform and change efforts related to teacher development in schools.
Program Requirements
- Application to and admission into the Ed.D or Ph.D Curriculum and Instruction doctoral program
- Successful completion of 61 credit hours (Ed.D) or 67 credit hours (Ph.D)
- Comprehensive Examination
- Dissertation
Degree Requirements for Ed.D. Track
| Course Number | Title | Hours |
| Doctoral Program Core | ||
| EDL-7140 | Organizational Change | 3 |
| EDL-7210 | Policy Analysis | 3 |
| EDL-7300 | Ethics for Educational Leaders | 3 |
| FPR-7011 | Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Leadership | 3 |
| Research and Statistics | ||
| RES-7605 | Quantitative Analysis | 3 |
| RES-7700 | Qualitative Research | 3 |
| RES-7900 | Research Design | 4 |
| Comprehensive Exam and Dissertation | ||
| COMP-7000 | Comprehensive Examination (fee-based) | 0 |
| DISS-7010 | Dissertation I | 3 |
| DISS-7020 | Dissertation II | 3 |
| DISS-7030 | Dissertation III* | 3 |
| Curriculum and Instruction Specialization Courses | ||
| EDL-7120 | Research-Based Decision Making | 3 |
| EDL-7260 | School/District Improvement Using Data Analysis | 3 |
| EDU-7030 | The Impact of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) on the Educational Landscape | 3 |
| EDU-7100 | Curriculum Theory and Design | 3 |
| EDU-7500 | Instructional Coaching for Effective Teaching | 3 |
| EDU-7700 | Research-Based Instructional Practices | 3 |
| EDU-7420 | Multicultural Education: Pedagogy in Practice | 3 |
| EDU-7600 | Global Perspectives in Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
| EDU-7800 | Curriculum Leadership | 3 |
| RES-7820 | Program Evaluation | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 61 |
* Upon completion of the nine required hours of dissertation coursework, candidates must maintain continuous enrollment with DISS-8000 Dissertation Supervision until program completion.
Degree Requirements for Ph.D. Track
| Course Number | Title | Hours |
| Doctoral Program Core | ||
| EDL-7140 | Organizational Change | 3 |
| EDL-7210 | Policy Analysis | 3 |
| EDL-7300 | Ethics for Educational Leaders | 3 |
| FPR-7011 | Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Leadership | 3 |
| Research and Statistics | ||
| RES-7605 | Quantitative Analysis | 3 |
| RES-7700 | Qualitative Research | 3 |
| RES-7800 | Mixed Methods Research | 3 |
| RES-7900 | Research Design | 4 |
| RES-7620 or RES-7710 | Advanced Topics in Statistics Advanced Qualitative Analysis | 3 |
| Comprehensive Exam and Dissertation | ||
| COMP-7000 | Comprehensive Examination (fee-based) | 0 |
| DISS-7010 | Dissertation I | 3 |
| DISS-7020 | Dissertation II | 3 |
| DISS-7030 | Dissertation III* | 3 |
| Curriculum and Instruction Specialization Courses | ||
| EDL-7120 | Research-Based Decision Making | 3 |
| EDL-7260 | School/District Improvement Using Data Analysis | 3 |
| EDU-7030 | The Impact of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) on the Educational Landscape | 3 |
| EDU-7100 | Curriculum Theory and Design | 3 |
| EDU-7500 | Instructional Coaching for Effective Teaching | 3 |
| EDU-7700 | Research-Based Instructional Practices | 3 |
| EDU-7420 | Multicultural Education: Pedagogy in Practice | 3 |
| EDU-7600 | Global Perspectives in Curriculum and Instruction | 3 |
| EDU-7800 | Curriculum Leadership | 3 |
| RES-7820 | Program Evaluation | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 67 |
* Upon completion of the nine required hours of dissertation coursework, candidates must maintain continuous enrollment with DISS-8000 Dissertation Supervision until program completion.
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What Teachers Are Saying
"Concordia University Chicago offers a convenient cohort program that made attending school, working, and being a single parent accessible and attainable. The Curriculum and Instruction Master's program met on the same weekday for two years and maintained a predictable and realistic schedule."
"A colleague of mine handed me a flyer about all of the programs offered at Concordia University Chicago and what appealed to me was that there was a location offered right down the street from where I live and the programs were arranged so that you were able to continue working while moving towards your master's degree."
"My master’s degree from Concordia University Chicago has helped me to become more of an expert in my field. I feel more confident in knowing what my students need and how to meet their needs. I also believe that it has helped me to stand out as a leader in education."
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