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University of Texas--San Antonio
University Link:
http://www.utsa.edu
City:
San Antonio
State/Province:
Texas
Country:
USA
Category:
Master's Coll
Faith:
No
Degree Name:
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
Organizational Placement:
College of Education & Human Development
Delivery:
Classroom Only
Program Mission:
The primary objective of the doctoral degree program is to provide advanced academic training in educational leadership, particularly in the area of administrative and instructional leadership. Graduates should gain an advanced understanding of theories of education and learning; extensive theoretical background and experiences in emerging paradigms of organizational leadership; high-level research skills for developing, analyzing, and evaluating educational programs; and in-depth training for the increasing cultural and linguistic diversity of contemporary education. Students may pursue an emphasis in administrative leadership or instructional leadership. Administrative leadership focuses on managerial skills for improving educational effectiveness. Instructional leadership focuses on innovative programs to help solve critical literacy, technological, and socio-cultural educational issues.
Public:
Yes
Carnegie:
Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity
Institutional Mission:
The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property – for Texas, the nation and the world.
Degree Type:
EdD, EdS, EdM
Contact Person:
Elisha Reynolds
Contact Email:
Elisha.Reynolds@utsa.edu