S. is not intended to serve as a precursor for advanced doctoral studies. Candidates for the Ed. D. degree demonstrate a capability to apply knowledge to improve educational practice. D graduates often pursue careers in teaching and research in higher education. D program prepares students for scholarly and leadership positions in the area of instructional technology.
Students achieve competency in research, teaching, and service in a variety of educational settings.
Ph.D. and Ed. D. students take course work comprised of research, foundation, and applications in instructional technology. These experiences help students construct and develop perspectives demonstrating a balance between theory and practice. Essential experiences include conducting quality investigations addressing current problems of practice in order to participate fully in the wider community of scholars within the field. Ph.D. students are expected to design and conduct original research that is supported by a sound theoretical foundation for the dissertation, and interpret and communicate the results of such research through writing, teaching, and other forums and media.