Note: Concordia University Chicago strictly limits enrollment in each program and accepts reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.

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1 Doctoral Programs 1 Thank you for your interest in Concordia University Chicago s online Doctoral programs. These doctoral programs are for professional educators who want to expand their knowledge and acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, along with leadership skills that will position you as an expert in your chosen field. This progressive approach to online instruction and learning facilitates the preparation of educators whose own education is as important to them as to those they serve. This packet includes all of the information that you will need to be admitted into the program. Read through this packet carefully, and be sure to contact me if you have any questions. My team and I are committed to guiding you through the application process. Choosing where to go to graduate school is an important step, and I want to help you in any way that I can. You can reach me by phone at (877) or by at dodonnell@graduateprogram.org. Note: Concordia University Chicago strictly limits enrollment in each program and accepts reservations on a first-come, first-served basis. Complete steps 1-3 below to reserve your seat in this program. Apply online at for faster processing Application (Pages 3 & 4) Submit your application online or complete pages 3 & 4 and return by fax to Registration Form (Page 5) Submit your registration online or complete page 5 and return by fax to Application Fee Use our secure payment center to submit your application fee online or complete page 6 and return by fax to Once you have reserved your seat, turn to Page 2 or visit the online checklist to complete the remaining admission steps. Congratulations on your pursuit of a Doctorate degree with Concordia University Chicago! Sincerely, Dave O Donnell Graduate Information Office (877) dodonnell@graduateprogram.org

2 Doctoral Programs 2 Application to Admission Steps Once you have reserved your seat, please continue with the following steps to complete your admission file. Note: You will not be eligible for financial aid until your admission file is complete Financial Aid & Payment Options (Page 7) Determine how you plan to pay for the program: Financial Aid or Pay-As-You-Go. If using Financial Aid, Complete the FAFSA. For more information, see page 7. It is in your best interest to complete the financial aid process as early as possible. If using a Pay-As-You-Go plan, follow the instructions on Page 6. Official Transcripts (Page 8) Arrange for all official, sealed academic transcripts from institutions where degrees were earned to be sent to the address below. For transcript review questions, contact the Office of Graduate Admission directly at If you need help, further instructions are listed on page 8. Objective Statement (Page 9) Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL You may submit your statement directly to the Graduate Information Office online. If you prefer to submit your essay another way, please respond to the prompt on page 9. Letter(s) of Recommendation (Pages 10 & 11) The easiest and fastest way to request a recommendation is to use our online system. This will allow us to reference forms directly to your recommender on your behalf. If you prefer to use the traditional paper forms, see pages 10 & 11. Two letters of recommendation are required for all programs. Provide Miller Analogies or GRE test scores Please provide Miller Analogies (MAT) or GRE test scores from exam taken within the last three (3) years. Professional Resume & Certificates Please provide a copy of your resume that documents 2 years of teaching/administrative leadership experience and copies of your teaching/administrative certificates. Writing Sample Please submit a paper that demonstrates your ability to write in a scholarly manner at a level typical of graduate work. A paper from your master s program would be most appropriate. This sample should be approximately 5 pages long (no longer than 5 pages); please submit the sample in Word format. Completing your application steps online at will allow for more immediate processing of your application. If you choose to submit paper forms for any of the steps above, documents should be faxed or mailed to: Fax: (800) Mail to: Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL

3 Doctoral Programs 3 Application Form (Page 1 of 2) Ms. Mrs. Miss Mr. Anticipated Start Date Name Last First Middle Former/Maiden Name Street Address City State Zip Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( ) Mailing Address (if different from above) City State Zip Date of Birth Male Female Social Security Number Country of Birth Citizenship: United States -or- Other: Permanent Resident Number: A- Visa Type: (H-1, F-1, Other) For which online program are you applying? (CHECK ONE BOX ONLY) Doctoral - Higher Education Emphasis Doctoral - Teacher Leader Emphasis Doctoral - Organizational Leadership Emphasis Doctoral - Early Childhood Emphasis Doctoral - Educational Leadership Emphasis (online) Doctoral - Educational Leadership Emphasis (on campus beginning September 2012) Doctoral - Reading, Language and Literacy Emphasis (online) Doctoral - Reading, Language and Literacy Emphasis (on campus beginning September 2012) Do you hold a valid teaching certificate? Yes No If yes, indicate Type: State: Academic History (Please list all schools you have attended where degrees were earned) College/University Name Location Dates Attended Degree Please submit one official, sealed transcript from each college/university where degrees were earned to Concordia University Chicago

4 Doctoral Programs 4 Application Form (Page 2 of 2) Professional Experience Employer Location Dates Employed Job Title Have you attended Concordia, River Forest Before? Yes (indicate year) No Race/Ethnicity Are you Hispanic or Latino? If yes select one Cuban Mexican Puerto Rican Other Hispanic Are you: Asian American Indian/Alaskan Native Black or African-American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Marital Status: Single/Never Married Divorced Widowed Married Separated (Legally) Religious Affiliation: Do you have any relative(s) who attend(ed) Concordia University Chicago (formerly Concordia University, River Forest)? Yes No (If yes, what relation?) The Honor Pledge As a student of Concordia University Chicago, and a member of the larger society, I pledge to uphold an academic honor code that supports serving and leading with strong personal integrity. Specifically this includes not cheating or using inappropriate or dishonest means in the completion of academic requirements. This also includes not giving unauthorized assistance to others. I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with this honor system. I understand that Concordia University s official policies and procedures are published in the Graduate Catalog. I understand and agree that these policies and procedures may be revised during my enrollment at Concordia University Chicago. I agree that I am responsible for reviewing and abiding by these policies and procedures. I verify that the information provided on this application is true and correct. I understand that the falsification or withholding of any information in regard to this application may result in a loss of credit and dismissal from the institution. Signature of Applicant Date Office Use Only: Application Received By Cohort number

5 Doctoral Programs 5 Registration Form Name ID/SSN Term: Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Home Phone: Cell/Work Phone: Cohort Location: Program (please check one) Doctoral - Higher Education Emphasis Doctoral - Teacher Leader Emphasis Doctoral - Organizational Leadership Emphasis Doctoral - Early Childhood Emphasis Doctoral - Educational Leadership Emphasis (online) Doctoral - Educational Leadership Emphasis (on campus beginning September 2012) Doctoral - Reading, Language and Literacy Emphasis (online) Doctoral - Reading, Language and Literacy Emphasis (on campus beginning September 2012) Confidential: for statistical purposes only Gender: Male Female Heritage: Native American Caucasian/European African-American Hispanic Asian/Pacific Islander Other: Honor Code Pledge As a student of Concordia University Chicago, and a member of the larger society, I pledge to uphold an academic honor code that supports serving and leading with strong personal integrity. Specifically, this includes not cheating or using inappropriate or dishonest means in the completion of academic requirements. This also includes not giving unauthorized assistance to others. I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with this honor system. Religious Affiliation: If LCMS, district: Course(s) to add: (for office use only) CRN # Course # Course Title Location As part of the online Cohort Program, I understand that I will be registered for the classes listed above and remain registered unless written notification is submitted to the Office of Graduate Admission before the beginning of the class. I promise to pay Concordia University Chicago for the courses listed above. I further acknowledge that I am financially responsible for all charges in the event of withdrawal from classes as outlined in Concordia s current refund policy. Any efforts to collect on unpaid balances due to Concordia University Chicago that are made by a third-party source are my responsibility. Such costs include but are not limited to, fees from the outside collection agency, attorney fees, court costs, service charges, etc. Governing law: This note is governed by the laws of Illinois. I consent to the personal jurisdiction of the courts of Illinois in any lawsuit involving this note. IMPORTANT: Registration cannot be processed without your official signature Signature : Date

6 Doctoral Programs 6 Application Fee Payment Form TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD: Please use this section to pay your $50 non-refundable application fee. If you prefer, please contact the Graduate Information Office at (877) to pay your fee by credit card over the phone. If you have any questions, please call us at or dodonnell@graduateprogram.org Student Name Name on Card Cardholder Address Street Address City State Zip Code Card Type Visa MasterCard Discover Amount: $50.00 Card Number Expiration Date Cardholder Signature Date Telephone Number of Payee (in case there is a problem processing the transaction and we need to contact the cardholder for additional information) Effective VISA will no longer be accepted for tuition payments Pay-As-You-Go Plan: $695 per credit Each student will receive a statement of account prior to each semester indicating the payment amount and due date. For your convenience, payment coupons are available which allow you to make 3 equal payments of $695 per class. Whether you are paying with your own funds or using financial aid, tuition is due according to the schedule provided on your billing statement. ONLINE PAYMENTS (check, credit or debit card) AVAILABLE NOW AT: Fax or mail this Application Fee Payment Form to: Fax: (800) Mail: Graduate Information Office PO Box 1893 Frankfort, IL 60423

7 Doctoral Programs 7 Applying for Financial Aid Complete all steps below to apply for financial aid. Note: There are financial aid options that are not based on need. Most students in the off-campus programs use financial aid to pay for the program. We recommend that you complete these steps as soon as possible to make sure that your payment arrangements are in order by the first night of class. For help, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (877) How to Apply for Financial Aid Step 1: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at You will need your 2011 Federal Tax Return, your federal PIN number ( and Concordia University Chicago s School Code (001666). Graduate students are considered independent for financial aid purposes. Step 2: Review your Student Aid Report (SAR) for accuracy. You will receive this form 7-10 days after the FAFSA is submitted. If there are any errors on your SAR, log back into your FAFSA to make corrections. Step 3: You will receive your financial aid award letter from Concordia University Chicago. This lists the financial aid that you qualify for. If you wish to decline all or a portion of the award, notify the Financial Aid Office in writing. Be sure to contact the Financial Aid Office if you have any questions about your award. Step 4: Complete Loan Entrance Counseling and the Master Promissory Note. Entrance Counseling is only required for first time Federal Direct Loan borrowers; all borrowers must complete a Master Promissory Note. Both can be completed at (you will need your PIN from Step 1). Federal Loan Requirements To be eligible to borrow funds under the Federal Stafford Loan Program, you must: 1) File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) 2) Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident 3) Not be in default on prior educational loans 4) Maintain satisfactory academic progress Questions? Call the Financial Aid Office at (877) The Federal (Title One) Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program: If you and your school qualify, this program may provide loan forgiveness for eligible Federal Stafford Loans. This is a separate program requiring separate forms and processes. The U.S. Department of Education will determine your eligibility for this program; Concordia University Chicago is not responsible to verify your eligibility for this program. Please do not base your enrollment on this program, as it can be difficult to ensure qualification for government programs which are subject to reform and funding changes. You must call FED-AID to verify your eligibility or visit for an application.

8 Doctoral Programs 8 Transcript Request Process Concordia University Chicago requires official, sealed transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities where degrees were earned. Follow the steps below to request transcripts from each school that you attended. To Order Transcripts: There are multiple ways to request transcripts, and each college or university will have their own process. Typically, the easiest way to order official transcripts is: 1) Contact the Registrar s office at your previously attended school, either by phone, , or through your university s website. 2) Submit a transcript request following that school s procedures. Most colleges and universities require a signature or other official request in writing. Many schools have a Transcript Request Form available to download on the Registrar s website. Some will allow you to order transcripts online. Note: Some colleges and universities charge a small fee for official transcripts. Be sure to enclose your fee with your transcript request to avoid a delay in processing. 3) It can often take several days for a transcript request to be processed. When your transcripts are received, the Graduate Information Office will contact you, but if you have not received confirmation within 14 days, please contact us at (877) Please have all official transcripts sent to: Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL Remember: An admission decision cannot be made until all official, sealed transcripts are received. Please Note: If you received a degree from a foreign institution any international transcripts must be evaluated by a Concordia-approved international credentialing service. Please request a foreign transcript evaluation from one of the following: ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators), WES (World Education Services) or AACRO (American Association of College Registrars and Admission Officers).

9 Doctoral Programs 9 Objective Statement Name Date In typewritten format, please provide information on your future educational goals and/or objectives and their relationship to pursuing graduate work at Concordia University Chicago. This essay is an important and essential part of the admission process. Or Mail to: Fax to: (800) Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL

10 Doctoral Programs 10 Graduate Recommendation Form Name Last First Middle NOTE: To be completed by an employment supervisor, college, or university instructor Please assist us in evaluating the applicant listed above for admission to graduate studies at Concordia University Chicago. Your comments should be directed to the areas indicated below. Thank you for your assistance in this process. For how long, and in what capacity have you known the applicant? Academic Proficiency: Personal Character: Competence and effectiveness in professional work: Your Name (please type or print): Date: Signature: Title or Position: Organization: Or Mail to: Fax to: (800) Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL

11 Doctoral Programs 11 Graduate Recommendation Form Name Last First Middle NOTE: To be completed by an employment supervisor, college, or university instructor Please assist us in evaluating the applicant listed above for admission to graduate studies at Concordia University Chicago. Your comments should be directed to the areas indicated below. Thank you for your assistance in this process. For how long, and in what capacity have you known the applicant? Academic Proficiency: Personal Character: Competence and effectiveness in professional work: Your Name (please type or print): Date: Signature: Title or Position: Organization: Or Mail to: Fax to: (800) Concordia University Chicago Office of Graduate Admission and Enrollment Services 7400 Augusta Street River Forest, IL

12 Doctoral Programs 12 Emphasis in Organizational Leadership Specialization Courses OLDR 6800 The Leader as Trainer, Mentor, and Coach OLDR 6810 Leader Development: Cultivating, Sustaining and Renewing the Organization 30 sh OLDR 6830 Organizational Communication and Decision Making OLDR 6840 Leaders as Agents of Change Pick Six: LDR 6010 Pursuit of Leadership Excellence LDR 6020 Critical Issues in Leadership LDR 7010 Developing Human Capital LDR 7020 Leading the Knowledge Enterprise LDR 7030 Promoting and Leading Change LDR 7040 Leading a Learning Organization LDR 7050 Strategic Forecasting Foundations EDL 7140 Organizational Change FPR 7010 Philosophical & Theoretical Foundations of Leadership FPR 7400/EDL 7210 Policy Analysis Pick one: OLDR 6820 Leadership, Politics, Power & Applied Ethics (preferred) EDL 7300 Ethics for Educational Leaders SPML 6030 Sports Leadership & Ethics Research FPR 7900 Research Design (4 sh) 12 sh sh Pick Two: FPR 7600 Survey/Instrument Development FPR 7700 Qualitative Analysis FPR 7610 Quantitative Analysis (4sh) And: Comp-7991 (1) or 7992 (2) Comprehensive Examination (required) And: Diss 7990 Dissertation (6sh) Diss 7991 Supervision (0sh)

13 Doctoral Programs 13 Emphasis in Higher Education Leadership Specialization Courses HLDR 6800 Law Higher Education HLDR 6810 Institutional Advancement 30 sh HLDR 6820 Historical and Society Issues in Higher Education HLDR 6830 Governance and Leadership in Higher Education HLDR 6840 Fiscal and Social Responsibility in Higher Education Pick Five: LDR 6010 Pursuit of Leadership Excellence LDR 6020 Critical Issues in Leadership LDR 7010 Developing Human Capital LDR 7020 Leading the Knowledge Enterprise LDR 7030 Promoting and Leading Change LDR 7040 Leading a Learning Organization LDR 7050 Strategic Forecasting Foundations EDL 7140 Organizational Change FPR 7010 Philosophical & Theoretical Foundations of Leadership FPR 7400/EDL 7210 Policy Analysis Pick one: OLDR 6820 Leadership, Politics, Power & Applied Ethics (preferred) EDL 7300 Ethics for Educational Leaders SPML 6030 Sports Leadership & Ethics Research FPR 7900 Research Design (4 sh) 12 sh sh Pick Two: FPR 7600 Survey/Instrument Development FPR 7700 Qualitative Analysis FPR 7610 Quantitative Analysis (4sh) And: Comp-7991 (1) or 7992 (2) Comprehensive Examination (required) And: Diss 7990 Dissertation (6sh) Diss 7991 Supervision (0sh)

14 Doctoral Programs 14 Emphasis in Teacher Leadership Specialization Courses EDL 6240 Instructional Leadership EDL 7140 Organizational Change 42 sh EDU 6450 Adult Learning FPR 7011 Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Leadership EDU 6380 Assessment, Evaluation, and Data-Driven Decision Making EDU 7XXX Instructional Coaching for Effective Teaching EDL 7300 Ethics for Educational Leaders EDU 7100 Curriculum Theory and Design EDL 6725 Building Collaborative Relationships FPR 7400 Policy Analysis EDL 6720 Influencing the School Culture EDL 6715 Providing Instructional Support EDL 6775 Leading School Based Professional Learning Communities EDL 7120 Research-Based Decision Making Research FPR 7900 Research Design (4 sh) FPR 7910 Methods of Action Research Inquiry in Schools sh Pick One: FPR 7700 Qualitative Analysis FPR 7610 Quantitative Analysis (4sh) And: Comp-7992 (2) Comprehensive Examination (required) And: Diss 7990 Dissertation (6sh) Diss 7991 Supervision (0sh)

15 Doctoral Programs 15 Emphasis in Educational Leadership Specialization Courses EDL 6310 Schools, Parents, Community Relations *EDL 7100 The Superintendency (candidate seeking superintendent endorsement) 30 sh EDL 7110 Strategies of Educational Leadership *EDL 7120 Research-Based Decision Making *EDL 7220 Human Resource Administration and Bargaining *EDL 7230 Educational Finance *EDL 7240 Supervisory Theory and Practice *EDL 7250 Legal issues for School Districts EDL 7260 School/District Improvement Using Data Analysis *EDL 7891 Internship: Superintendent track (candidate seeking superintendent endorsement) (OR) EDL 7892 Clinical Experience (candidate not seeking superintendent endorsement) Foundations *EDL 7140 Organizational Change FPR 7011 Philosophical & Theoretical Foundations of Leadership *FPR 7400/EDL 7210 Policy Analysis Pick one: OLDR 6820 Leadership, Politics, Power & Applied Ethics (preferred) *EDL 7300 Ethics for Educational Leaders SPML 6030 Sports Leadership & Ethics Research FPR 7900 Research Design (4 sh) FPR 7600 Survey/Instrument Development FPR 7910 Methods of Action Research Inquiry in Schools 12 sh sh Pick one: FPR 7700 Qualitative Analysis FPR 7610 Quantitative Analysis (4sh) And: COMP 7992 (2) Comprehensive Examination (required) And: Diss 7990 Dissertation (6sh) Diss 7991 Supervision (0sh) * Courses required for the Superintendent endorsement

16 Doctoral Programs 16 Early Childhood Specialization (Page 1 of 2) Program Objectives The Ed. D program provides the opportunity for the current and future leaders in the field to extend knowledge in early childhood education and develop understandings of current and future issues in the field. These opportunities are organized into coursework, practical experiences in the field, and research. The program will enable candidates to: Strengthen theoretical understandings of early childhood education Increase knowledge of human growth and development, with emphasis on the young child Strengthen expertise in the principles and practices of early childhood education Develop skills in administration and organization of early childhood education programs Increase awareness of support services to families of young children Develop research and analysis skills that will further and support current knowledge in the field Doctoral Program Core - 30 hours Research and Statistics - 11 hours FPR-7900 Research Design FPR-7610 Quantitative Analysis FPR-7700 Qualitative Analysis Theology/Philosophy - 6 hours PHI-7000 Ways of Knowing Select One : EDL-7300 Ethics for Educational Leaders or- THY-6400 Christian in Society Comprehensive Exam and Dissertation* - 7 hours COMP-7991 Comprehensive Exam DISS-7990 Dissertation DISS-7991 Dissertation Supervision (no credit) * Upon completion of the six required hours of DISS 7990, candidates must maintain continuous enrollment with DISS 7991 until program completion. Foundation Courses (select two) - 6 hours PSY-7400 Advanced Learning Theories FPR-7000 History and Culture of American Education EDU-7890 Comprehensive Seminar Early Childhood Education Specialization - 33 hours Select eight (8) courses from a minimum of four of the seven areas - 24 hours Child Growth and Development EDU-6130 Play Theory in Child Development and Education PSY-6500 Cognitive Development: Theory and Implication SOC-6110 Socialization Process PES-6400 Psychomotor Development in Early Childhood THY-6500 Moral, Ethical, and Spiritual Development of the Child Leadership and Advocacy EDL-6120 Supervision and Improvement of Instruction EDL-6220 School Organization and Human Resources EDL-6330 Advocacy of Children s Rights EDL-6500 Administration of Early Childhood Education Programs EDL-7210 Policy Formation and Governance EDU-6190 Practicum in Early Childhood Education

17 Doctoral Programs 17 Curriculum Implementation and Change EDL-6130 School Evaluation and Change EDU-6100 Development, Implementation and Evaluation of Early Childhood Curriculum EDU-6500 Curriculum Construction EDU-7100 Curriculum Theory and Design International and Comparative Education EDL-6440 History of Western Education EDU-6170 International Perspective on Early Childhood Education EDU-6410 Comparative Education Collaboration, Interagency and Interdisciplinary Relations EDL-6220 School Organization and Human Relationships EDL-6310 Schools, Parents and Community Relations EDU-6160 Parent Involvement in Early Childhood Education SOC-6300 Contemporary Family Patterns SOW-6200 Interagency and Interdisciplinary Collaboration Methodology and Appropriate Practices EDU-6115 Infant and Toddler Program EDU-6120 Kindergarten Programming EDU-6140 Resources and Strategies for Teaching Early Childhood Education EDU-6200 Beginning Reading Instruction EDU-6205 Language and Reading Theory EDU-6285 Seminar in Emergent Reading and Writing EDU-6310 Thematic Approaches to Children s Literature Assessment and Special Needs of Young Children EDL-6240 Special Education Law and Policy EDU-6105 Observation and Assessment of Young Children PSY-6025 Assessment Techniques PSY-6115 Counseling Through the Expressive Arts SOW-6210 Specialized Services for Exceptional Children Required Courses Field Experiences Requirements (both courses required) Generally, these courses are taken toward the end of the Doctoral course of study EDU-7180 Field Work in Early Childhood Education EDU-7185 Field Work in Early Childhood Leadership Evaluation Research Requirements (select one) EDL-6130 School Evaluation and Change Processes SOC-6100 Methods of Evaluation Research Early Childhood Specialization (Page 2 of 2) Capstone Experience: There are two elements of the capstone experience in the Doctoral program Comprehensive Examination Dissertation Defense

18 Doctoral Programs 18 Reading, Language and Literacy (Page 1 of 2) Program Objectives The Ed.D. program in Reading, Language and Literacy is designed to provide students with a strong background in research, theory, reading, writing and multiliteracy programs. Our graduates are prepared, as faculty and leaders, to design and implement literacy programs in a variety of public and private school, university, adult and community-based, corporate, non-profit educational settings. This program enables students to: Understand theoretical and evidence-based foundations of reading and writing processes and instruction. Use instructional approaches, materials, and an integrated comprehensive, balanced curriculum to support student learning in reading and writing. Use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading and writing instruction. Create and engage students in literacy practices that develop awareness, understanding, respect and valuing of differences in our society Create a literate environment that fosters reading and writing by integrating foundational knowledge, instructional practices, approaches and methods, curriculum materials, and appropriate use of assessments. View professional learning and leadership as a career-long effort and responsibility. (Adapted from IRA Professional Standards, 2010) Admission Requirements Completion of Master s Degree at a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA At least 3 years experience in an education/literacy-related field GRE scores that are no older than 3 years Interview with the Reading Department Admission Committee (if needed) All other doctoral requirements outlined by the College of Graduate and Innovative Programs Degree Requirements hours of coursework Capstone experience embedded in two semesters of internship Comprehensive Examinations Dissertation

19 Doctoral Programs 19 Reading, Language and Literacy (Page 2 of 2) Program Components Reading, Language, and Literacy Core Courses 30 semester hours RLL 7000 Trends and Issues in Literacy Research (3cr) RLL 7010 Instructional Approaches Related to Reading, Writing & Language (3cr) RLL 7020 Development and Evaluation of Literacy Programs (3cr) RLL 7030 Policy and Politics of Reading, Language, and Literacy (3cr) RLL 7040 Cultural and Socioeconomic Perspectives of Literature & Literacy (3cr) RLL 7050 New Literacies and Multiliteracies in Education (3cr) RLL 7060 Internship in Reading, Language, and Literacy (taken over two semesters) (6cr) RLL 7200 Literacy Supervision, Leadership, and Coaching (3cr) RLL 7310 Writing is Recorded Thinking: Research, Theory & Application (3cr) Doctoral Program Core Foundations/Philosophy/Ethics FPR 7011 Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Leadership (3cr) EDL 7140 Organizational Change (3cr) FPR 7400/EDL 7210 Policy Analysis (3cr) Select one: EDL 7300 Ethics for Educational Leadership (3cr) SPML 6030 Sports Leadership & Ethics (3cr) OLDR 6820 Leadership, Politics, Power & Applied Ethics (3cr) 12 semester hours Research FPR 7900 Research Design (4cr) Select Two: FPR 7600 Survey/Instrument Development (3cr) FPR 7610 Quantitative Analysis (4cr) FPR 7700 Qualitative Analysis (3cr) FPR 7910 Methods of Action Research Inquiry in Schools (3cr) semester hours Comprehensive Exam and Dissertation COMP 7990 Comprehensive Exam DISS 7990 Dissertation DISS 7991 Dissertation Supervision 9 semester hours