Doctor of Education / Innovative Teaching & Learning
Northeastern University

Program Details

Propel your career in education to the next level with an EdD in Innovative Teaching and Learning. This online degree in curriculum and instruction helps experienced teachers stay on top of new trends, advancements, and technologies in education.

Students will work on their dissertations throughout the program, typically three to four years. A faculty advisor will support your research from start to finish. All coursework can be completed online. However, once per year for the first two years, students will spend two days at one of the campuses in Boston, Charlotte, or Seattle to connect with faculty and fellow students, network, and gain tools for career success.

Some of the topics covered in this program include:

  • Policy, power, and practice in educational systems
  • Designing educational systems for justice and equity
  • The teaching and learning landscape
  • Creating transformative curriculum and professional development

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Northeastern University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • Applicants must attend residencies the first and second years of the program at one of the campuses in Boston, Charlotte, or Seattle.
  • International students enrolling in the online EdD program will be provided with an option to complete the residency through online participation in interactive sessions with fellow scholars offered during the residency period.