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Kerygma University

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Location

Online

Next Start

Open Enrollment

Credit Hours

45 Credit Hours

Program Cost

$300/month

Prerequisites

An accredited Masters degree in a related field with at least a 3.0 grade point average or a Masters degree and significant experience in a related field.

School

Kerygma University

Accreditation

The Association of Christian Theological Schools - Commission on Accreditation

The North American Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries

Doctor of Education in Christian Education (Ed.D.)

About the Program

The Doctor of Education in Christian Education (Ed.D.) program is a rigorous educational journey designed to equip students with a profound understanding of education within a Christian context. Throughout this program, students will attain a solid foundation in the literature and application of education, with a particular focus on educational philosophy, history, curriculum development, and instructional strategies. They will also develop the capability to engage in dynamic and innovative teaching approaches, fostering active participation in both academic and pastoral settings, thus promoting effective learning experiences. Additionally, the program offers an advanced and critical grasp of educational theory and practice, specifically in relation to local church and other ministry environments, enabling graduates to address contemporary educational challenges with expertise. Graduates of this program will emerge with proficiency in advanced-level ministry skills, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute significantly to their ministry roles.

Curriculum

In order to graduate with a Doctor of Education in Christian Education (Ed.D.), the student must satisfactorily pass the following courses as well as prepare a dissertation on a topic related to Christian Education:

 

Course Credits
Program Entry Phase
Starting Well3
Core Learning Phase: Foundations of Educational Theology
Imagining Education: Macro Context6
— Imagining Community: The Learning Organization
— Imagining Mission: The Imago Dei in Education
Imagining Formation: Micro Context 6
— Imagining Knowing: Epistemology and Pedagogy
— Imagining Formation: Holistic Student Development
Specialized Inquiry: Leadership, Systems, and Design
Specialized Inquiry: Concepts and Models6
Specialized Inquiry: Design and Improvement6
Generative Learning Phase
Comprehensive Exam
Improvement Science: Research Design3
Dissertation in Practice3
Program Completion Phase
Continuing Well3

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