The doctoral degree includes a minimum of 96 semester credits beyond the baccalaureate degree. The chair and advisory committee will work with students to formulate the program of study that meets the following requirements:
Research Core Courses (24 credits)
As described in the doctoral manual, the core curriculum for research includes courses in quantitative design, advance statistics, qualitative design, and mixed methods.
Area Courses (24 credits)
Area core courses consist of instructional design theories and methods, assessment and new technology skills, design courses in online teaching and learning, digital visual app, Web app for instruction, technology integration field work, and special topics such as gamification, robotics, or any new topics needed. Courses from other colleges on campus, approved by the advisory committee, can also be included and counted for the degree.
Transfer from Master’s Program (24 credits maximum)
Approved by the chair and advisor committee
Dissertation: (24 credits)
The primary focus of the Doctor of Philosophy program is on research skills. The dissertation must represent an original and independent investigation that reflects a contribution to knowledge. The dissertation must also reflect mastery of research skills and an ability to select a significant problem for investigation. To meet the requirements of the degree, students must pass:
- Proposal defense
- Dissertation defense
Ongoing activities/to-do list:
- Mid-program review (at the second year of your doc studies)
- Comprehensive exam (at the completion of course credits)
- Conference activities (start as early as possible, work with your professor)
- Research and journal publications (start as early as possible, work with your professor)
- Instructional design field activities
