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Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education
Create Effective Learning Environments with Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education Degree
Are you seeking to further your career and enhance your abilities in the field of education? Liberty University’s Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education can provide you with the higher learning you need to achieve your goals.
Liberty University’s 100% online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education can equip you for a variety of teaching roles within special education, general education, and community classroom settings. You will learn to use various theories, models, and strategies as a practical guide to solve problems as well as explore research and instructional approaches for managing student behaviors effectively with an emphasis on individual, classroom, and school-wide behavior support.
At Liberty, it is essential for us to provide you with spiritual enhancement and guidance for optimizing your educational journey. Each of your professors has years of work experience in the field of education, and each wishes to provide Christ-focused mentorship and practical application for excelled learning outcomes.
What Will You Learn in Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education Degree Program?
Our Doctor of Education program equips you for a variety of teaching roles within special education, general education, and community classroom settings. You will also study important aspects of curriculum theory and development so you are prepared to create, assess, and improve effective lesson plans.
Additionally, your Doctor of Education courses and elementary education training will explore:
- Issues and trends in technology and learning
- Tests and measurements
- Advanced learning theory and research
Taking your Doctor of Education in elementary education online offers a tight-knit online community where you can connect with classmates and build an academic and professional network, establishing connections that will help you throughout your degree program and beyond.
Potential Careers with an Ed.D. Degree in Elementary Education
- Elementary educator
- Gifted-student instructor
- Researcher
- School administrator
- University professor
Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Elementary Education Degree Program Benefits
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online Ed.D. in elementary education degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You’ll be able to complete your online Doctor of Education program in just 2.5 years!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Maximize Your Time
- 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
- Earn credit for prior learning.
- Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
- Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.
* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs
Your goals on your time
We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.
Contact Us: (800) 424-9595
Why Choose Liberty University?
Prepare for a Career
Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.
Access Academic Support
Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.
Grow in Your Faith
Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.
Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.
Tuition Discounts
Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.
Other Payment Options are Available
Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
An Accredited Private Education Made for You
As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.
Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.
Liberty University is proud to announce that we are recognized by multiple institutions for our affordability, accessibility, and academic quality. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America.