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Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics
Teachers College, Columbia University
Teachers College
Columbia University
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Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics
Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics
in the Department of Human Development
in the Department of Human Development

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Degree Information & Requirements

Doctor of Education (EdD)

The revised Degree Requirements below refer to the 2008-2009 academic year. All current students please refer to the information under the category Degree Requirements in the current academic catalog.

Doctor of Education-90 points

Measurement and Evaluation Core Courses (18 points):

  • HUDM 5059   Psychological measurement (3)
  • HUDM 5250   Research practicum in measurement and evaluation (0-4)
  • HUDM 6030   Multilevel and longitudinal analysis (3)
  • HUDM 6051-6052   Psychometric theory I and II (3 each)
  • HUDM 6055   Latent structure analysis (3)


And at least 11 points selected from the following or other courses selected in consultation with an advisor:

  • HUDM 5058   Choice and decision making (3)
  • HUDM 6552   Seminar: Selected topics in measurement theory (3)
  • ORL 5522-5523   Evaluation methods I and II (3 each)


Quantitative Methods and Research Design (27 points):

  • HUD 4120     Methods of empirical research (3)
  • HUDM 4122   Probability and statistical inference (3)
  • HUDM 5122   Applied regression analysis (3)
  • HUDM 5123   Linear models and experimental design (3)
  • HUDM 5124   Multidimensional scaling and clustering (3)
  • HUDM 6026   Statistical treatment of mass data (3)
  • HUDM 6122-6123 Multivariate analysis I and II (3 each)
  • HUDM 7500   Dissertation seminar (1-3 each for two semesters)
  • HUDM 8900   Dissertation advisement (0)


Psychology (minimum of 18 points):
In consultation with an advisor, a group of courses aimed at substantive preparation in the field of psychology.

Related Courses (minimum of 6 points):
Selected from the areas of curriculum development, guidance, applied human development, supervision, and administration, and in consultation with an advisor.

Electives (maximum of 10 points):
Selected to meet special interests and needs.

Special Requirements:
The first two years require full-time study. An empirical and a research paper, a certification examination, and completion of an approved doctoral dissertation, are also required.