About
The Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction in the Department of Teaching & Learning provides a course of study for professional educators who desire to extend and advance knowledge in the theory and practice of education as university researchers. Areas of research emphasis include instructional technology, teacher education, mathematics education, literacy, cultural and international studies, science education, and teaching English as a second language (TESL). The completion of this degree will particularly enable individuals to become skilled researchers as members of university faculties.
Available Options
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Post-Bachelor’s Track
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Post-Master’s Track
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Cultural Studies, International Education, and Multicultural Education (CSIEME) J.D. Track
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Career & Technical and Postsecondary Education Track
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Cultural Studies, International Education, and Multicultural Education (CSIEME) Track
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Interaction and Media Sciences Track
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Literacy Education Track
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Mathematics Education Track
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Science Education Track
Accreditation
For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Understand theoretical and historical foundations of education.
- Demonstrate knowledge and synthesis of major research in teaching schooling.
- Exhibit knowledge and research application in the areas of emphasis.
- Display college-level teaching experience.
- Understand and apply the major tenets of research design and analysis spanning quantitative and qualitative methods. Begin to disseminate findings in refereed journals.
- Prove the ability to successfully design, defend, and complete an extended educational study resulting in a defensible dissertation.
Career Possibilities
- University or college professor
- Curriculum leader
- Educational consultant
- Researcher for private and public institutions, organizations and associations
- Educational administrator
- Civil rights/education lawyer
- Community-embedded educational advocate
Requirements
Documents/Downloads
Doctor of Philosophy - Curriculum and Instruction
Career & Technical and Postsecondary Education Track
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Degree Worksheets
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Graduate Handbooks
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Related Links
- Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE)
- Nevada Association for Career and Technical Education (NACTE)
- Career and Technical Education Research Journal (CTER Journal)
- Journal of Research in Technical Careers
- Journal of Career and Technical Education
- International Journal of Vocational Education and Training
- Journal of Agricultural Education
Contacts
Graduate Coordinator
Merryn Cole, Ph.D.
Department of Teaching and Learning
We are focused on educational research and the preparation of educators at all levels. In addition to our bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs, our professional education programs focus on essential knowledge, established and current research findings, and sound professional practice.
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College of Education
The College of Education creates an intellectual environment that promotes quality instruction, significant research, and professional service. With four unique departments, graduates receive the necessary tools and experiences to make an impact on local, national, and global scales.