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Accreditation
University of Phoenix is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).
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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership - Curriculum and Instruction
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The Curriculum and Instruction specialization of the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership program will prepare learners to become instructional leaders who will strategically manage and lead processes related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
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Educational leaders must design and facilitate learning in culturally diverse classrooms; manage the needs of multiple stakeholders; develop their classrooms, schools, and systems effectively and efficiently in the face of severe funding pressures; address the demands of regulatory bodies; and meet the outcomes established by the greater educational community.
As the education system undergoes these radical changes, there has been a drastic increase in the need for leaders who are capable of designing innovative curricular models in their institutions and of consistently improving their students' outcomes. The Curriculum and Instruction specialization of the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership program is offered by University of Phoenix to enable leaders to affect these high levels of performance through applied scholarship, rigorous analysis, and comprehensive evaluation methodology.
Courses Covered In Doctor in Educational Leadership Major in Curriculum & Instruction Include:
- Communication Strategies
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Transformational Leadership and Innovation
- Fundamental Principles of Sound Research
- Social Contexts and Contemporary Issues
- Instructional Leadership
- Developmental and Learning Theories
- Curriculum Theory
- Doctoral Seminar I
- Research Design
- Planning and Leading Change
- Curriculum Design
- Doctoral Seminar II
- Instructional Models
- Assessment of Student Learning
- Collaborative Case Study
- Doctoral Seminar III
- Supervision of Curriculum and Instruction
- Contemporary Policy Analysis and Development
- Program Evaluation
- Doctoral Dissertation
- Doctoral Project IV
University Review
 University of Phoenix
The University of Phoenix Online is the most widely recognized online university in the world. The following is a review of the University of Pheonix Online, including its pros and cons, and what sets it apart from other online universities.
When you think online university or distance learning, the first name that typically comes to mind is The University of Phoenix Online. Established in 1989, it was the first accredited online university and today maintains a student body of over 57,000, making it one of the largest schools in the country. While not everything about the University of Phoenix is ideal, there is much to like. Read More
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Education Resources
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
3157 E. Elwood Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Calendar Type:
University of Phoenix has a rolling schedule with classes starting once per week.
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Average Cost per Credit:
Undergraduate $494; Graduate $612; Doctoral $692; Undergraduate BSED/E $300; Undergraduate Nursing $430; Graduate Nursing/Education $485; Application Fee $45; Degree Completion Fee $65
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Credit-earning Options:
Previous training and education could qualify for college credits.
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Delivery Format:
Students complete 100% of their education Online. All interaction is conducted asynchronously, like email, so students can participate at their convenience.
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Carnegie Classification:
Specialized Institution—School of business and management
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Technical Requirements:
Min: 266Mhz Processor, 64MB RAM, 3GB hard drive, 56k or DSL/Cable modem, 1024x768 Display, Sound Card w/spkrs., CD-ROM, Printer, ISP account, Windows 98, ME, or 2000, MS-Office (Other MS products req'd for some courses), IE 5.0, AntiVirus software
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral students are required to attend 19 days of residential workshops in Phoenix, Arizona, during the 3-year program.
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Scholarships Offered:
University of Phoenix representatives can provide information that will help students research scholarships that are available.
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Loans Offered:
University of Phoenix participates in financial aid programs for its online college courses, including the Federal Stafford Student Loan, the Federal PLUS Loan, and the Federal Pell Grant.
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Registration Details:
A University of Phoenix representative will contact the student to walk them through the application process.
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