Online Ed.D.
Ed.D. in Educational Technology
Our Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Educational Technology prepares professional practitioners or stewards of practice (Perry & Imig, 2008). This program is offered online with campus-based summer experiences. Participation in a cohort-based, online community of practice is also required.
The degree is designed for individuals who are currently working in professional practice including, but not limited to, K-12 classrooms and technology administration, virtual school teaching and administration, post-secondary teaching, instructional design, faculty development, professional development, technology support and online teaching and learning leadership. Ideal candidates desire to stay in and advance within professional practice settings.
We also offer a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Educational Technology. This is a campus-based program designed to prepare stewards of the discipline (Golde, 2006). These students desire to work as researchers and university faculty and embrace scholarship to address important societal problems and create and disseminate new knowledge, in part, via collaboration between and among disciplines (Austin & McDaniels, 2006).
Potential students should carefully study the distinctions between the Ph.D. and Ed.D. degrees (Shulman, Golde, Bueschel & Garabedian, 2006) and consider which degree best helps them meet their career goals. They should also read the three articles about the Ed.D. program published by our faculty (Dawson, Cavanaugh, Sessums, Black & Kumar, 2011; Kumar, Dawson, Black, Cavanaugh & Sessums, 2011; Kumar & Dawson, 2012).
Admissions are currently closed for the Fall 2012 Ed.D. cohort. We anticipate that the next cohort will begin in Fall 2014. The admission process for this program is very competitive. We typically accept approximately 30% of the folks who apply so we can keep the cohort to a manageable number and provide personalized attention. A M.Ed. in Educational Technology is not a prerequisite for the program. We are looking for individuals who:
-understand the professional practice nature of our Ed.D. Program.
-work in a setting that will enable the merger of university learning and professional practice
-read, read, read and synthesize what they read into their work
-engage in the profession
-excel in communication and collaboration
-demonstrate strong writing skills
-show evidence of intrinsic motivation and the ability to manage time wisely
-show evidence of academic potential through GRE scores and previous GPA results
Please read the FAQs below carefully. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Kumar <edtechedd@coe.ufl.edu>.
References
Austin, A. & McDaniels (2006). Using doctoral education to prepare faculty to work within Boyer’s four domains of scholarship. New Directions for Institutional Research, 129, 51-65.
Dawson, K., Cavanaugh, C., Sessums, C., Black, E. & Kumar, S. (2011). Designing a professional practice doctoral degree in Educational Technology: Signature pedagogies, implications and recommendations. Journal of Distance Education, 25(3). http://www.jofde.ca/index.php/jde/article/view/767/1317
Golde, C. (2006). Preparing stewards of the discipline.. Stanford, CA. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching (Eric Document Reproduction Service No.ED498972)
Kumar, S., Dawson, K., Black, E. W., Cavanaugh, C., & Sessums, C. D. (2011) Applying the Community of Inquiry framework to an online professional practice doctoral program. International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 12(6), 126-142. http://www.irrodl.org/index.php/irrodl/article/view/978.
Kumar, S. & Dawson, K. (2012). Theory to Practice: Implementation and Initial Impact of an Online Doctoral program. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration, 15(1).
Perry, J.A. & Imig, D.G. (2008). A stewardship of practice in education. Change: The Magazine of High Learning, 40(6), 42-49.
Shulman, L., Golde, C.M., Bueschel, A.C. & Garabedian, K.J. (2006). Reclaiming education’s doctorates: A critique and a proposal. Educational Researcher, 35(3), 25-32.
Ed.D. FAQs
How can I apply to the Ed.D. program?
For complete information on the admissions process, please visit the following Web page: http://education.ufl.edu/school-teaching-learning/admissions/. The online application is at http://www.isis.ufl.edu/cgi-bin/eaglec?page=iga-intro. Our application deadline is usually in January for this program. It is different from other deadlines in the college that might be in February, so please watch this page and plan accordingly. Please read these FAQs carefully before you apply.
Is there a campus-based requirement (i.e., visit to campus)?
Yes. The online EdD in Educational Technology program is online except for an on-campus component for one week each year of your program (in late June). Attendance is required. You are required to sign an Agreement committing to the on-campus component and submit it along with your online application.
Are GRE scores required for admission to graduate programs?
YES, all students must have a recent (i.e. less than 5 years old) GRE score on file in order to be considered for admission. This requirement is non-negotiable.
Where can I find information about tuition and fees?
Tuition information can be found here:
http://community.education.ufl.edu/category/programs/prospective_students/tuition/
How many students comprise each cohort?
Each cohort is around 25 students and no more than 28.
How quickly can I complete the program?
A doctorate degree requires students to complete a minimum of 90 hours beyond their bachelor’s degree. The online Ed.D. in Educational Technology is designed as a three-year program and students complete required courses as a cohort. However, degree completion depends on the student’s ability to complete program requirements to a level commensurate with doctoral level work. Note that most doctoral students take more than the minimal number of credit hours.
How many credits can I transfer into the program from my previous graduate studies?
The online Ed.D. program requires an earned Master’s degree. It is possible to transfer up to 30 credit hours from your Master’s program, depending on multiple factors. It is also possible to have an additional 15 hours transferred if your specialist degree is from an accredited doctoral degree granting institution. Transfer approvals are based on many factors and are made at the university level so we cannot tell prospective students how many credits will transfer. Transfer credit requests are submitted during your first semester in the program and are handled by the Graduate School after you have registered in the program. No questions about transfer credit can be addressed until after a student has begun the program. The University’s official policy on transfer of credit is located here: http://gradcatalog.ufl.edu/content.php?catoid=2&navoid=760#Doctor_of_Education
Do letters of recommendation have to come from university faculty?
The admission requirements for our department (http://education.ufl.edu/school-teaching-learning/admissions/) state that letters of recommendation must come from university faculty. However, our program recognizes that many applicants have been away from university studies for many years. Thus, we prefer to see letters of recommendations from individuals who can speak to your current work and your likelihood of success in graduate school. These may or may not come from university professors.
Can I see a list of courses in the program?
The list of courses look slightly different for each cohort. This is a cohort-based program, all requirements and activities have to be completed as a cohort. Students accepted into each cohort complete a program of study during their first year of studies. All programs include core courses in Educational Technology, research courses, doctoral seminars and electives. Students are required to take two courses (sometimes one) a semester (Fall, Spring and Summer) for the first two years of the program.
What are the program’s prerequisites?
Acceptance requires a completed master’s degree from an accredited institution. We do not require applicants to have a background in educational technology or education; however, it does help.
Are there some classes I can take to see if this is the program for me?
You can register for courses as a non-degree seeking students each time they are offered each semester. For details, see the schedule of courses located here:
http://community.education.ufl.edu/category/programs/prospective_students/registration/. Please note that successfully completing courses does not guarantee admission to the next cohort.
Who can I contact if I have additional questions?
Email Dr. Kumar (edtechedd@coe.ufl.edu) regarding any additional questions about the online Ed.D. in Educational Technology.
