College of Education: Online Doctoral Degrees

2  Introductions  About Walden University  Online Environment  Program Support  Degree Options and Curricula  Program Components and Activities  Admissions Process  Tuition and Discount Information Session Agenda

3 About Walden University  Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota  Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) *  Providing graduate distance education for more than three decades to students from all 50 states and more than 40 countries *NCA is located at 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL , (312)

4 Distance Learning Model  A program developed specifically for adult learners  How adult learners learn best: –When instruction is convenient to them –When learning with their colleagues –When what they learn is directly applicable to their work

5 Online Environment

6 Discussion threads

7  Enrollment Advisor  Online Study Team  Faculty Member  Course Manager (Online concierge)  Academic Advisor Program Support…. You are never alone!

8 Program Format Education Doctorate Three year program 54 semester hours, consecutive 16 week courses hour weekly commitment Ph.D. Four to five year program 134 quarter credit hours, four and five credit courses hour weekly commitment

9 Walden’s Ed.D. and Ph.D. Ed.D.Ph.D. in Education Doctor of EducationDoctor of Philosophy Practitioner-based with specializations in teacher leadership or administrator leadership Research-based with nine specializations Online courses with cohorts and mentor Online courses and independent study with mentor 3 Part Residency requirement20 units of residency Doctoral studyDissertation

10 Walden’s Ed.D. in Administrator Leadership  Designed for administrators who want to effect change at the school, district and community level  Ideal for individuals in positions such as: – Superintendent of Schools – Principal – Assistant Principal – University Faculty Member – Central Office Administrator

11 Walden’s Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership  Designed for teachers who want to continue teaching while assuming more responsibility at school and in the community  Ideal if you aspire to such positions as: – Professional Development Coordinator – Mentor Teacher – Curriculum Coordinator – Department Chair – University Faculty Member

12 Ed.D. Program Components and Activities  Online Study group  DVD/Video/CD* (expert presentations & demonstrations by master teachers)  Scholarly Writing  Research  Doctoral Development Plan  Discussion Activities  Residencies  Doctoral Study

13 Ed.D. Coursework Guide Courses for Ed.D. Semester 1 Foundations for Doctoral Study (6 credits) Semester 2 Proseminar (6 credits) Semester 3 Research Approaches (6 credits) Semester 4 Proseminar (6 credits) Semester 5 Quantitative Research (6 credits) Semester 6 Proseminar (6 credits) Semester 7 Qualitative Research (6 credits) Semester 8 Doctoral Study Intensive (6 credits) Semester 9 Doctoral Study Intensive (6 credits)

14 Ed.D. Residencies Three-part residency requirement during course of study at various locations throughout the United States  First residency conducted face-to-face – Takes place within the first two semesters of program over a three day weekend  Second residency conducted online – Online synchronous communication over two three-day weekends  Third residency has three options – Professional organization proposal and online colloqium – Paper accepted for peer-reviewed publication and online colloqium – Present paper at Walden University residency

15  Put learning into action  Culmination of doctoral program  Inquiry-oriented  Original contribution to education field – Developing curricula – Writing a textbook – Field testing a new theory and reporting results Doctoral Study

16 Walden’s Ph.D. in Education ▪Produces leaders who can address the nation’s most pressing educational challenges. ▪Choose from nine specializations: – General Program – Adult Education Leadership – Community College Leadership – Early Childhood Education – Educational Technology – Higher Education – K-12 Educational Leadership – Special Education – Self-Designed

17 Ph.D. in Education Program Components ▪ Online courses  Asynchronous discussion available 24 hours/day  Proven online course development and delivery methodologies ▪ Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs)  Research-based  Student-directed, faculty-guided, in-depth independent study  Accommodates individual learning needs and objectives ▪ Hybrid of online courses and applied research ▪ Faculty mentors  Advise and assess students on KAMs  Monitor students’ progress through their program in relation to the overall program goals  Prepare students for dissertation research  Serve as leaders in their fields

18 Ph.D. Residencies  Twenty (20) units required Student must attend their first residency within the first nine months of their Ph.D. program  Face-to-face sessions that allow students to work together with academic support staff and faculty in a variety of activities: Seminars Colloquia Individual advising Classroom instruction  Held throughout the United States and at industry conferences  Facilitate learning from other students in the program and important networking opportunities

19 Dissertation  Original contribution to education field  Inquiry-oriented  Students set forth new ideas and enlightened insights to effect change in individuals, organizations, and society.  Requires you to demonstrate your knowledge of research design and your ability to interpret research findings.  Culmination of doctoral program  KAMs help to develop the dissertation

20 Master’s Admission Requirements  A baccalaureate degree from CHEA accredited University  A valid teaching certificate or two years of teaching experience  Completed application  Official transcripts  Goal statement  Professional references

21 Master’s Tuition and Fees* Tuition: $360 per credit x 6 credits per semester $2,160 per semester x 5 semesters Total Tuition: $10, 800 (includes books and materials) Fees: $50 application fee Total: $10,850 Total Cost: MLE $11,100 | EdL $13,010 | Science $11,930 Note: Books and materials are not included in the tuition for the MLE program. *All tuition and fees are subject to change.

22 Ed.D. Admission Requirements  Master’s Degree from CHEA accredited University (3.0+ GPA)  Access to a learning environment  Completed application  Official Masters transcripts  Goal statement  Professional references  Program Specific Requirements :  Teacher leadership- Teacher certification and 3 yrs. professional experience related to program specialization are preferred.  Administrator leadership- A dministrative or Leadership certification and position preferred at matriculation.

23 Ed.D. Tuition and Fees* Courses Cost per Credit Hour Total Credits Required Total Cost Initial Course$5906$3,540 Proseminars$59018$10,620 Research Courses$59018$10,620 Doctoral Study$59012$7,080 Total Tuition without Residencies $31,860 Residencies$6003$1,800 Total Tuition with Residencies $33,660 Fees: $50Application Fees (non-refundable) $750Doctoral Study Processing Fee (not included in tuition costs) *All tuition and fees are subject to change.

24 Ph.D. Admission Requirements  Master’s Degree from CHEA accredited University (3.0+ GPA)  Completed application  Official graduate transcripts  Goal statement  Professional references  3 years professional experience is preferred in related program for which application is made

25 Ph.D. Tuition and Fees* ▪ Total: 134 quarter credits  $ 4,050 per quarter (does not include residency costs) ▪ Fees  Application Fee $50 (non-refundable)  4-day residencies $800  Winter or Summer Session $1,200 *All tuition and fees are subject to change.

26 Financial Aid – Federal Stafford Loans Apply at Income is not a qualifying factor Federal Loan Forgiveness Program  For teachers who teach in title one schools  Forgive up to $5,000 of Stafford loans Interest-Free Payment Plan (TuitionPay)  One-time enrollment fee  Monthly payment plan Tax Credits  Deduct up to $3,000 in tuition costs for higher education on taxes.  Consult your personal accountant for details Financing your Degree

27 Tuition Discount Discount StructureMasters (Based on 30 credits) EdD PhD (Based on 4 years Completion) 5% discount for a group of 5+$540 Savings$1683 Savings $3240 Savings 7% discount for a group of 21+$756 Savings$2,356 Savings $4536 Savings 10% discount for a group of 31+$1,080 Savings$3,366 Savings $6480 Savings 15% discount for a group of 51+$1,620 Savings$5,049 Savings $9720 Savings

28 G. Bret Levesque Enrollment Advisor Extension: 2818 Questions and Answers