Doctor of Education (EdD)

Programme Objectives

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The Doctor of Education (Ed.D) is designed to produce high quality academics in the area of education. This is in line with the nation’s aspiration in enhancing the human capital, which will be the pillar in achieving vision 2020.

Programme Objectives

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To produce education leaders who are capable of making decisions, planning and carrying out duties that are entrusted on them effectively.

To produce academicians who are capable of conducting research in their related fields of specialisation.

To develop educational leaders who can translate theoretical knowledge into practical applications.

Specific objectives of the programme are: To produce graduates

who have wide education knowledge and skills to function as effective teachers, education officers or lecturers in educational institutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

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The graduate will be able to: Apply theoretical and

empirical knowledge in solving problems related to education.

Implement solutions for issues related to education effectively.

Communicate effectively Critically review problems

and find solutions based on evidence.

Generate critical and creative sollutions for issues related to education.

Carry out scientific research in addressing issues related to education.

Demonstrate quality leadership and create a condusive work environment.

Use the latest technology in effective education management

Why study EdD at OUM?Geared for

the working professional

Flexible learning delivery

Effective learning support

Extensive learning resources

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EdD Program Structure

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CORE Courses (9 credit hours)

HPEF 7023 Psychology of Education

HPEF 7003Current Trends in Higher Education

HPEF 7033Comparative Studies in Curriculum Change

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Research Skill and Academic Writing (9 credit hours)

HPEF 7043 Quantitative Research Methods

HPEF 7053 Qualitative Research Methods

HPEF 7063 Academic Writing for Postgraduates

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CONCENTRATION (18 credit hours)

Concentration Course 1Concentration Course 2Concentration Course 3Concentration Course 4Elective Course 1Elective Course 2

EdD (Educational Management)

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CONCENTRATION Economics of

Education Educational Change

and Innovation Educational Law and

Governance

Human Resource Management in Education

2 Electives from Instructional Technology Component

EdD (Instructional Technology)

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CONCENTRATION Instructional Design Leadership in

Instructional Technology

Instructional Tools and Applications

Trends and Issues in Instructional Design and Technology

2 Electives from Educational Management Component

Doctoral Seminar: Conceptual Paper

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Focuses on the student’s field of study

What actually is the problem to be investigated?

Must be well supported by Literature Review

About 4000-5000 words Preferably in a

publishable form (journal)

In replacement of Comprehensive Examination (accepted by MQA)

Assessed by a Panel of Experts

Pass or Fail No credit / No

marks are given

Research Portfolio or Dissertation

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Assessed and examined by:

1. The supervisor (s)

2. An external examiner, and

3. The viva voce panel

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Dissertation Phase 1

Introduction, Literature Review and Methodology

Dissertation Phase 2

Data Collection, Análysis and Report Writing

Final Output

Dissertation (not more than 60,000 words)

Research PortfolioA mini research and complete write-up of about 20,000 words (Publishable in refereed journal)

Research PortfolioA mini research and complete write-up of about 20,000 words (Publishable in refereed journal)

Final OutputiThe consolidation of two research reports by the means of an introductory and conclusion chapters

Option 1 Option 2

Research Portfolio or Dissertation (cont’d)

Program Delivery

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Teaching/Learning Materials Book ( provided) E-Books Journal articles ( Digital Library) Online Resources (digital library, web-

based resources, etc.)

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Assessment Format

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Must Achieve CGPA ≥ 3

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Format Coursework Final

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 60%

Assignment (One)

40%•3 hours•Application, analysis, synthesis & evaluation type essay questions•NO objective/Multiple Choice Questions or True False Questions

 

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Task MarksField Study 100%Lab-based Research  

Assignment 1Assignment 2Case Studies/Case

AnalysisExtended Essay based on library researchResearch proposals

Project reports

                       

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A 80 - 100 4.00 Outstanding

A- 75 - 79 3.67 Very Good

B+ 70 - 74 3.33 Good

B 65 - 69 3.00 Pass

B- 60 - 64 2.67  Conditional Pass

(Subject To CGPA => 3.00)

C+ 55 - 59 2.33

C 50 - 54 2.00

C- 45 - 49 1.67

 Fail

D+ 40 - 44 1.33

D 35 - 39 1.00

F 0 - 34 0.00

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Thank YOU

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