Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Ed.

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Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education

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Make a Positive Impact on Students with Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education Degree

Do you want to reach the pinnacle of achievement for advanced education studies? Liberty University’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program provides the advanced administration, research, curriculum development, and learning theory skills and knowledge you need to make an impact on the world of education. 

Our specialization in middle grades education will cover topics like classroom management, curriculum development, and professional writing so that you can create fun and effective learning environments for your students. In addition, you will acquire expert instruction in middle school level teaching, classroom management, and content development.

What Will You Learn in Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Degree Program?

Our 100% online Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education program offers optional intensive courses that you can take on Liberty’s beautiful campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. This flexible format means you can continue to be fully involved in your family, career, church, and community while earning a doctoral degree.

Our Ed.D. will provide training in the most highly sought after areas of study, including: 

  • How to alter a curriculum to better the education for students
  • Professional writing and research skills for an educational setting
  • Technology practices for instructional improvement

As a Christian university, we implement a biblical worldview into every aspect of our courses and interactions. Hard work, courage, and integrity define our faith, so we don’t just equip students with a degree — we Train Champions for Christ who impact the world. 

Potential Careers with a Middle Grades Education Ed.D. Degree

By earning our online Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree, you can pursue careers as a:

  • Middle school principal
  • Curriculum specialist
  • School administrator 

Our Online Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction – Middle Grades Education Degree Program Highlights

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online Ed.D. degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
  • You can complete our online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Middle Grades Education in as little as 2.5 years!

Military Benefits 

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course).
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

May 13, 2024

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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