1. Welcome Ed.D. Advisory Committee Field of Dreams – If we build it...

2. Ed.D. Program Notes Aug. 21, 2007 PROGRAM NONNEGOITABLES Rigorous Research based Data driven decision making Flexibility Rooted in real world Balance f2f and online Cross pollination with organizations outside EDU Building competences, performance based program. Core content – diversity and accountability Dissertation from start with timelines Developing strong leadership qualities Combine research and practice

3. Ed.D. Program Notes Aug. 21, 2007 Build in admin. credential requirements. Blend FT faculty with experts in the field in program development and delivery Cultural diversity PROGRAM DREAMS Truly meaningful, rigorous, applicable performance based program Capture excellence in existing programs –Specific courses / intentional design Year 3 work with Year 1 and 2 No ABDs

4. Ed.D. Program Notes Aug. 21, 2007 Concrete dissertation process / earlier start Faculty availability to work / mentor students through process Manage growth / infrastructure Be innovative Focus on consistency

5. Ed.D. Program Notes Aug. 21, 2007