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Main fields of study

Ed. D Rural Education, Organizational Change

University of West Alabama Online


Location

United States of America (USA)

Study Format

Online

Course language

English

Study Fields

Education

Duration

3 Years

Academic pace

Full Time, Part-time

Degree

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Tuition Fee

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Program Description

The first of its kind in the nation, the University of West Alabama’s online Ed.D in rural education is specifically designed to concentrate on critical issues pertaining to rural education and strategies and solutions for positive development. Working closely with school districts and superintendents in the state of Alabama, the program’s curriculum focuses on addressing the needs of rural students.

The online Doctor of Education in Rural Education is open to anyone with a master’s degree in any discipline and is delivered in an entirely online, flexible format. As you progress through the program, you’ll work directly with expert faculty with years of experience in rural education. Moreover, you’ll engage with data collection and analysis practices that inform state-wide decision-making processes regarding education policy and reform. As a result, you’ll locate a research gap to explore more that will inform your dissertation, which will focus on rural education needs. Further, the program uses open educational resources, which will ultimately help you get your degree more affordably.

The program features four concentrated tracks for you to specialize in during your time in the online Doctor of Education in Rural Education. The counseling track prepares doctoral students to engage with diverse student populations, while the higher education administration track is geared for those looking to support teachers and work as administrators in higher education and rural institutions.

The organizational change and leadership track is designed to support instructional leaders and program directors, and the teacher leader track offers key skill development for a variety of educators across different disciplines and fields. Discover more about the program today.

About the School

What You Can Expect

A Versatile Learning Environment

Study in a convenient setting that allows you to maintain your professional and personal schedule.

Expert Instruction

Learn from faculty who have real-world experience and hold the highest degrees in their field.

Affordability

Each program is competitively priced and 80 percent of students receive some type of financial aid. Scholarships are also available.

Affording Your Education

The University of West Alabama Online is dedicated to making your education as affordable as possible. Discover what it will cost — and how much you’ll save.

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