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"description": "<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span>Prepare for</span><span> leadership roles in PK-12 education with UCF's Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, Executive Track. </span><span>Here, </span><span>you’ll</span><span> g</span><span>ain the knowledge and skills to apply research to practice, lead educational </span><span>organizations</span><span> and support improved student outcomes. Graduates work in leadership roles across school districts, higher education institutions, state departments of </span><span>education</span><span> and other educational organizations.</span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span></p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span></span></span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span>This 54-credit, cohort-based program </span><span>offers</span><span> a sequenced curriculum </span><span>tailored </span><span>for working educators and administrators. </span><span>Designed to complete in three years,</span><span> the program includes two evening classes each semester through the dissertation phase, creating a manageable path to completion. </span><span>You'll</span><span> learn alongside a cohort of school and organizational leaders, providing opportunities to collaborate, share </span><span>different </span><span>perspectives</span><span> and expand your professional network.</span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span></p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span></span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span>Led by faculty with experience in school and district leadership, the program helps you deepen your </span><span>expertise</span><span> and strengthen your effectiveness as a leader. Coursework covers leadership, political and organizational theory, systems thinking, planning and evaluation, school law and finance, data-based decision-making, instructional </span><span>leadership</span><span> and human resource management.</span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span></p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span></span></span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span>Throughout the program, </span><span>you'll</span><span> learn how to interpret and conduct research, apply data analysis to real-world challenges, and use technology to support educational research and evaluation. These skills are essential for educational leaders responsible for evaluating </span><span>programs</span><span>, guiding improvement efforts</span><span>,</span><span> and making informed decisions that affect students, </span><span>staff</span><span> and communities. During the Dissertation in Practice, </span><span>you'll</span><span> </span><span>also </span><span>work with a school or district partner to address a real educational challenge </span><span>as you</span><span> apply research to issues facing PK-12 educational settings.</span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span></p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span></span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span>Educational leadership certification coursework is not included in the program's plan of study. However, students may enroll in <a href=\"https://www.ucf.edu/degree/educational-leadership-modified-core-graduate-certificate/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCF's Educational Leadership Modified Core Graduate Certificate </a>to complete the coursework </span><span>required</span><span> for Florida Level 1 Administrative Certification.</span></span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}\"> </span></p>",
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