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Instructional Technology

Doctoral Degrees

The Doctoral Program in Instructional Technology is designed for those who:

  • Already have a Masters degree
  • Are knowledgeable and experienced in the field (either through previous academic work or significant related work experience) and
  • Have demonstrated scholarly promise

Doctoral students should be dedicated to developing research skills as well as acquiring further expertise in one aspect of the field.

Doctoral Degree Options:

The Doctor of Education Degree is designed for those who choose to emphasize specialties, and seek employment or advancement as a practitioner.

The Doctor of Philosophy Degree is designed for those who choose to emphasize research and theory, and seek employment or advancement in higher education or in a position requiring theoretical expertise.

For a more detailed discussion of the distinctions between the Education and Philosophy degrees, read this page.

Requirements for Doctoral Degrees:

For detailed information about Doctoral degrees, including admission criteria, required courses, seminars, theory and specialty area requirements, and dissertation research and defense, go here.