YOU’LL LEARN HOW TO:

• Define problems, ask the right questions, think beyond the obvious, develop and test several alternatives, and choose the option that maximizes the results
• Utilize existing research, data, and appropriate research methodology to develop and test alternative solutions, and choose the best course of action
• Communicate appropriately to individuals and groups of various sizes to teach students, persuade others, mediate disputes, and build convincing cases
• Structure educational environments in which leadership roles and responsibilities are shared; in which the mission, goals, and work are determined collaboratively; in which evidence overrides opinion, tradition, and bias; in which decisions are made in a timely manner and communicated efficiently; and in which others are motivated to do more than they thought they could.
• Think beyond common constraints, take calculated risks, and advocate stretched goals in order to bring fresh perspectives to educational issues and problems — opening the way for new and potential promising solutions
• Articulate a vision for technology utilization in order to model and promote effective uses; to support teaching and learning; to improve management functions; to provide forward-thinking leadership and management to continuously improve organizations; and to facilitate a better understanding of social, ethical, and legal issues and responsibilities related to a digital age culture
• Recognize and understand the ethical and legal dimension of potential actions, practice and promote social awareness and ethical behavior, and encourage others to do the same
• Exercise leadership to address the pressing issues of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to close achievement gaps for underrepresented populations

SAMPLE COURSES IN OUR ED.D. ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY CONCENTRATION:

• Strategy & Change
• Organizational Theory, Behavior, and Development
• Strategic Fiscal Leadership
• Law, Policy, and Ethics in Elementary Secondary Education
• Research I and II 

WHY EARN YOUR DOCTORATE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP WITH JWU?

• Participate in an innovative program that combines synchronous/asynchronous opportunities with a mix of face-to-face and remote learning
• Establish a true network of working scholars who can examine, critique, support, and complement one another’s educational practice
• Learn from experienced practitioner faculty using a variety of instructional methods: experiential, collaborative, project-based, and interactive techniques

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

To satisfy program requirements, each student must successfully:

• complete 60 credit hours (48 hours of coursework and 12 hours of dissertation work, which forms the basis for the dissertation);
• maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25;
• maintain continuous enrollment, even during dissertation work;
• successfully complete the comprehensive assessment;
• submit a dissertation proposal within 18 months of completion of coursework; and
• complete all program requirements within six academic years from the initial date of matriculation. (Note: For a valid reason, the Educational Leadership program director may extend deadlines.)

To apply for our Educational Leadership doctorate degree, students must hold a master’s degree in an appropriate field from an accredited institution. All program requirements must be completed within six years.

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