Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate competence and ethical practices in designing and carrying out sound original empirical research to extend knowledge in the field of educational studies (ULO 1, 2 and 3). 2. Locate, analyze, critically evaluate, synthesize, and apply knowledge from the literature of the broad field of educational studies to address the needs of educational and ministry settings (ULO 1 and 3). 3. Demonstrate proficiency in carrying out biblical and theological research, integrating theological and social science data to inform and guide educational and ministry research, theory development, and practice (ULO 1 and 3). 4. Demonstrate teaching abilities and skills suitable for higher educational settings (ULO 3). 5. Demonstrate the needed writing skills to communicate with academic audiences (ULO 3). 6. Give evidence of ongoing personal openness and spiritual responsiveness to God and a desire to continue to grow in relationship with God (ULO 2). Distinctives An important component of the Talbot doctoral program is the integrative synthesis of social science data within a Christian worldview perspective. Since both education and theology address the human condition, the doctoral faculty believe there is a great deal to be gained by an interdisciplinary study of biblical and theological knowledge, philosophical issues, human development, the teaching- learning process, and issues of leadership. Consequently, students are expected to come to the program with a sufficient background of theological training. (A minimum of 18 graduate credits of Bible and theology is required. For those lacking these prerequisites, distance learning courses are available from Talbot School of Theology. Contact the Graduate Admissions office for further information.) In addition, elective courses in theology may be included in one’s program to study further the relationship of educational and theological conceptions. As members of a Christian university community, program faculty believe that relating one’s faith to an academic discipline goes beyond the theoretical and cognitive. Opportunities for fellowship, dialogue and worship are seen as vital parts of the total educational process. Talbot School of Theology sponsors a weekly chapel service. Various discussion times over meals, retreats, symposiums, and other social activities provide an opportunity for informal, out-of-class interaction with faculty and students. Students are also encouraged to become involved in one of the many local churches in the Southern California area. Degrees Offered Doctor of Education and Doctor of Philosophy The Ed.D. and the Ph.D. programs generally share a common foundation of required core courses. Students selecting Talbot’s Ed.D. in Educational Studies are generally focused on improving their educational leadership and teaching in their practice of ministry leadership, while also developing knowledge and skills of research. Those choosing Talbot’s Ph.D. in Educational Studies degree are interested in combining educational ministry leadership and teaching with a strong emphasis in developing a competency in research and the contribution of theory to the practice of educational ministry. Research training in the Ph.D. program is primarily empirical with some opportunity for conceptual research as well. Both degree programs are offered in the normal residential format, or with a limited residential hybrid format, utilizing pre-class preparation
Educational Research II: Inferential Research and Statistics
TTDE 866
Credit(s): 3.
Educational Research III: Qualitative Research Candidacy Exam Capstone
TTDE 867
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
TTDE 877 TTDE 884
Doctoral Internship
Credit(s): 1–3.
Elective Requirements (24 Credits) In consultation with the program advisor, the student designs a program (24-semester-credit minimum) in light of educational background and vocational and research interests. Elective courses are available in a range of content areas, including, but not limited to: Christian formation, teaching foundations and processes, curriculum development, Christian higher education, and leadership and administration. In selecting a program of study, students may incorporate any electives offered (consult the two-year projected schedule of courses). In addition, sufficient latitude in designing elective course assignments permits students to pursue a variety of research interests. Courses are usually offered on a rotating basis every two or three years. University Courses as Electives Up to 3 credits of pre-approved elective graduate course work directly related to the program of study may be taken in other departments at Biola University or transferred in from other accredited graduate institutions. However, since enrollment may be limited, the student must obtain permission from the instructor and the dean of the school in which the course is offered. Educational Studies, Ph.D. Mission Talbot School of Theology of Biola University offers graduate work leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degrees in Educational Studies. Talbot’s doctoral programs are accredited by the Association of Theological Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The doctoral degree, established in 1984, is offered within the Department of Christian Education at Talbot School of Theology. The doctoral course of study is designed for men and women to enhance their leadership roles in a variety of educational ministries within God’s Kingdom—the local church, educational institutions, parachurch, and ministry organizations throughout the world. Students come to the programs already having completed a graduate degree and significant ministry experience in the field of educational ministry. In general, doctoral students are established within a particular ministry or educational organization and return following completion of the program. A few students are in transition in their career path. The curriculum particularly encourages critical thinking, integrative synthesis of Scripture and social science data, and original research. Courses typically follow a graduate seminar format requiring student initiative for significant participation in class discussion. Small class sizes of 5–12 students permit such a dialogical format, an important element for promoting critical and integrative thinking. The mission of the doctoral programs in educational studies (Ph.D. and Ed.D.) of Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, is to mentor men and women with evident gifts of leadership and teaching in mind and character, within a Christian community of scholars and practitioners, to make contributions, from a distinctly Christian perspective, in scholarship for and in the practice of Christian educational studies and ministry within God’s Kingdom—as faculty and administrators in educational institutions, as leaders in ministry organizations, and as pastoral staff in local churches, throughout the world—in order to nurture the faith and maturity of children, youth and adults.
and class sessions in early November and June. Limited Residential Hybrid Format Option
For those who cannot locally access a doctoral program in education with Christian perspectives, we offer both of our doctoral degree programs in a special format. The use of a limited residential hybrid format makes it possible for students to continue ministering with
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