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Doctor of Education in Special Education 

Doctor of Education in Special Education
 at 
University of Alabama 
Overview

Lead professional development for educators and support personnel working with students with disabilities

Duration

36 months

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Total fee

26.42 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

Doctorate Degree

Doctor of Education in Special Education
 at 
University of Alabama 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree from The University of Alabama
  • Financial -Aid available
  • Learn from industry experts
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Doctor of Education in Special Education
 at 
University of Alabama 
Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • Aspiring to leadership roles in their area of expertise, with a focus on evidence-based practices and research to guide service delivery and advocacy
What are the course deliverables?
  • You'll delve into learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, giftedness, and other exceptionalities, examining their characteristics, assessment methods, and effective instructional strategies
  • You'll develop expertise in critically evaluating research, designing and conducting research studies, and translating findings into practical applications for improving special education practices
  • You'll develop the ability to advocate for effective policies and practices at local, state, and national levels, ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students with disabilities
  • You'll gain the skills to mentor educators, researchers, and other professionals in the field, contributing to the ongoing development of the special education workforce
  • You'll learn to effectively communicate your research findings through publications, presentations, and other scholarly activities, influencing policy and practice in the field
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More about this course
  • A Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Special Education is an advanced degree program designed to prepare individuals to become highly skilled and influential leaders in the field of special education
  • It equips graduates with profound knowledge, specialized skills, and extensive research expertise to excel in various roles
  • Through UA’s online Doctor of Education (EdD) in Special Education and Multiple Abilities, you can prepare to be a leader who transforms the educational landscape for children and youth with exceptional needs

Doctor of Education in Special Education
 at 
University of Alabama 
Curriculum

General Courses

SPE 600 Doctoral Seminar in Special Education

SPE 593 Introduction to Severe/Profound Disabilities

SPE 606 Topical Seminar in Special Education

SPE 613 Consultation Process for Special Education Programs

SPE 617 Special Education Leadership, Policy and Law

SPE 616 Advanced Professional Development

SPE 597 Transition in Special Education

BCE 542 Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disabilities

Foundations Courses

BCE 513 Career Development

BCE 522 Individual and Group Appraisal

BCE 653 Introduction to Play Therapy

BEF 507 Sociology of Education

BEF 534 Multicultural Education

BEF 577 Readings in Critical Sociology of Education

BEF 607 Readings in Sociology of Education

BEF 639 Educational Theory and Policy

BEF 640 History of Education

BEF 644 Philosophy of Research in Education

BEF 667 Multicultural and Social Education for Leadership Personnel

BEP 500 Advanced Educational Psychology

BEP 505 Motivation and Self-regulation

BEP 550 Lifespan Development

BEP 561 Sociocultural Basis of Behavior

CAT 531 Computer-based Instruction

Research Courses

BER 540 Statistical Methods in Education

BER 550 Classroom Evaluation Research

BER 558 Introduction to Psychometric Theory

BER 600 Quantitative Research Methods

BER 660 Evaluation I: Theory and Practice

Doctor of Education in Special Education
 at 
University of Alabama 
Entry Requirements

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Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

Tuscaloosa ( Alabama)

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