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Sysoieva Svetlana,
Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences, Professor, Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine, Head of Educational Research Laboratory, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, st. Tymoshenko, 13 b, 04212 Kyiv, Ukraine, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

DOI: 10.28925/2226-3012.2016.5.8187
https://doi.org/10.28925/2226-3012.2016.5.8187

Ph.D. and Ed.D. DEGREES IN EDUCATION IN THE UNATED STATES: DISCUSSION

On the basis of study of dissertation research by American scientists the author analyzed the content of two equal degrees - Ph.D. (PhD in Education) and Ed.D. (Doctor of education) - in the US, common and different between them controversial aspects about the existence of two degrees in the United States. The analyzed studies raise the value of higher education as provide reasonable information on the differences between his doctorate and presentation of such programs and departments that carry out such training. Information on training programs of future doctors provides an opportunity to make effective changes in the delimitation of Ed.D. and Ph.D degrees, help higher education leaders make informed decisions about the introduction of new doctoral programs and improve existing ones. Studies also have an impact on different areas of learning, especially in education because the program can be evaluated not only educators, but also by other professionals. Analytical review of research, learning theory and practice on the issue of the existence of two degrees Ph.D. and Ed.D., has allowed researchers to develop reasonable guidelines for promoting doctorates in education in the United States and resolving existing contradictions. It should be emphasized that these studies help universities understand the importance of the reform of academic degrees, as well as provide practical actionable steps to its efficient and effective implementation. It is concluded that implementation of Ph.D. and Ed.D. levels in education in Ukraine requires diligence in determining their content and target audience of consumers, and therefore at this stage of reforming of higher education is feasible only implementation of Ph.D. education without limiting access to scientific research in practical education.
Key words: degree;  Doctor in Education; PhD in education.


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