The Ph.D is an academic degree track focused on original research, data analysis, and the evaluation of theory. The result of that research is a dissertation. People who earn a Ph.D often pursue careers in research, academia, and leadership. The dissertation is the product of the Research Seminar course (RS-7009-FL) and Dissertation preparation course (DN-7000). The dissertation should address a gap in literature and add new knowledge to a field of teaching Arabic as foreign language through original research. A dissertation reflects a Ph.D candidate’s interests and can have a significant impact in the community or profession. The Doctorate program for the Dissertation (Ph.D) track culminates in written and oral exams, as well as a dissertation defense.
Advanced skills in curriculum development and program implementation for TAFL.
Expertise in conducting and applying research to solve practical teaching challenges.
Proficiency in using modern teaching tools and educational technologies.
Leadership and supervisory skills for managing language programs and training teachers.
In-depth understanding of sociolinguistic and psycholinguistic factors in language acquisition.
Reflective practice and continuous professional growth
Statistical and data analysis in ethnography aspect
Critical thinking in linguistics and pedagogical education difficulties.
General courses – 6 credit hours.
Specialized courses – 33 credit hours.
Graduation courses – 23 credit hours – Dissertation course (DN-7000) and independent studies course (IS-7000).
The Doctorate program for the Dissertation (Ph.D) track culminates in written and oral exams, as well as a dissertation defense.
The degree programs of NewEra College use online as the method of course delivery in which the Internet is primarily used as the medium of communication. NewEra College uses Internet-based technologies such as learning management system (LMS), video conference, voice-over-IP (VOIP) calls, electronics mails, videos, and similar technologies to deliver course instructions and instructional materials to students. Students should have access to a computer with Internet connection when required to access course instructions and materials, assessments, attendance, grades, and others; interact with NewEra College faculty and administration staff; and provide feedback. Before starting a coursework, students are provided with orientation materials, which introduce them to the online learning platform, student resources, and the process for successfully completing online courses. Students can access their course activities and materials at any time and interact with NewEra faculty and administration staff online during office hours. Students should note that some course activities have access expiration dates due to submission deadlines.
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