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Program Coursework – minimum of 60 credit hours. Course Description Credit Hours Ed.D Professional Core EDD 901 Orientation to Doctoral Studies 3 EDD 902 Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods 3 EDD 903 Qualitative Research 3 EDD 904 Applied Research: Program Evaluation, Surveys, and Grant Writing 3 EDD 905 Analysis of Research Literature 3 EDD 906 Dissertation Practicum 3 EDD 999* Dissertation 12 Concentration 1: Leadership and Policy Studies EDL 940 Social and Political Dimensions of Leadership 3 EDL 941 Diversity and Cultural Competency 3 EDL 942 Leadership Theory and Practice 3 EDL 943 Capacity Building, Organizational Improvement and Innovation 3 EDL 944 Public Policy & Politics 3 EDL 945 Ed.D Field Experience 3 Electives Selected from a list of choices or in support of adding superintendent licensure 12 *Additional dissertation hours may be required. Degree Features • Content-expert instructors • Dedicated faculty and staff mentorship and advising services • Fully supported dissertation process and mentorship For more information contact: Dr. Tara Shepperson, EDL Coordinator Phone: 859-622-8435 Dr. Carol Sommer, COU Coordinator Phone: 859-622-1714 Dr. Will Place, Department Chair Phone: 859-622-8522