Location:

Phoenix, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Doctorate

Specialty:

Curriculum & Instruction, Curriculum & Instruction

Program Overview

Program Description:

What Is Educational Technology?

Grand Canyon University's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology degree program at GCU guides learners in understanding how psychology, technology and instruction can seamlessly integrate in learning environments. This leads to the completion of informed research that can positively impact learning outcomes in teaching and educational environments.

This PhD is typically designed for people who are currently working in business, government, technology, social media or higher education who want to advance their careers.

GCU’s PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology degree program was designed by the College of Doctoral Studies to provide a well-rounded account of how technology and psychology can impact teaching and learning.

    Integrate psychology with emerging technologies
    Craft innovative communication and learning solutions
    Analyze and apply theories of learning and cognition
    Evaluate and apply technologies for learning
    Develop solutions by applying a learning and communication solutions design process
    Create strategies for building community and social networking

What Is a Qualitative PhD Degree?

GCU’s qualitative PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology focuses on examining events to better understand an observed phenomenon. In this program, students will create a sampling plan, design research tools, field test the tools, collect data and conduct an analysis of the data using a systematic approach. This differs from GCU’s quantitative program, which focuses on examining and analyzing events by interpreting numeric data.

Earn Your PhD in Educational Technology and Learning

GCU’s PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology program guides learners in incorporating technology to grow 21st century working and teaching environments. The psychology behind how and why technology works to meet strong educational goals is at the core of this program.

This program requires learners to dive deeply into research, statistical analysis and evidence-based outcomes. They study how to use technology to improve education. In addition, they conduct research in private and public enterprise, nonprofits and educational institutions.

This research applies directly to the dissertation graduates must write in order to receive their PhD in educational technology from GCU. Learners receive research and dissertation support throughout the entirety of their program, including during two hands-on doctoral residencies.

Combine Innovative Learning and Technology

Social, group and multicultural factors affecting individual behavior impacts how and why educational technology is successful, as well does the influence of mass communication on social awareness and control. That is why these topics are an integral part of the learning experience for GCU learners.

Learners explore and measure learning outcomes and study how psychology teams with technology, instruction and learning to create solutions to achievement concerns in business and classroom environments.

The coursework for the doctorate in instructional technology specifically includes the study of:

    Applying technology to individuals, organizations and communities
    The risks and benefits associated with the use of technology
    Building communities and social networks
    Change at organization, community and social network levels

Careers in Educational Technology

A PhD in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology can lead graduates to many career opportunities. Some graduates continue in the same professional roles and use their experience with research to enhance their skill set on the job. Others doctoral graduates may find careers as:

    Instructional coordinators
    Chief learning officers
    eLearning developers
    Training and development specialists
    Instructional designers
    Teacher at the college or university level

If you would like to learn more about how technology can enhance education and learning, an educational tech career may be right for you. Find out more about the Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology degree program at GCU.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission