Doctoral Program Orientation

SAS Mission and the SPL Model Section 1: SAS Mission and the SPL Model

Section 1 Topics After viewing this section, you should be able to: Describe the SAS Mission Statement Describe the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader (SPL) Model

SAS Mission To develop leaders who will create new models that explain, predict, and improve organizational performance. These leaders are scholar-practitioners who conduct research as a foundation for creative action, influence policy decision, and guide diverse organizations through effective decision- making.

SPL Model Scholarship Practice Leadership In the SPL Model, students learn: Scholarship Lifelong learning using academic skills Practice Community and workplace contribution Leadership Ability to exert positive influence

Leadership SPL Model Scholarship Practice Leadership is the active component that pulls scholarship and practice together Leadership Scholarship Practice

SPL Model The SPL model encourages me to learn new ideas. It also makes me think about the way I learn and encourages me to take responsibility and accountability for my process, learning strategies, and research initiatives.

SPL Model Creates new ideas and insights enacting the SPL model Integrates content knowledge, students’ experience, values, accountability, and core values Scholarly Facts and Content Practitioner Facts and Content

SPL Model Who am I as a professional and member of the doctoral community? What do I want to contribute to the doctoral community?

How can I lead others toward positive change? SPL Model How do I assure personal responsibility and accountability for my learning process? How can I lead others toward positive change?

SPL Model SPL is unique for each student: Create your own questions to guide your inquiry as you progress in the program Use your own questions to help build your doctoral identity

SAS Program Information, Program Structure, and Culture Section 2: SAS Program Information, Program Structure, and Culture

Section 2 Topics After viewing this section, you should be able to: Explain the program structure Describe the SAS Culture

SAS Program Information SAS website http://doctoral.phoenix.edu View the Dean’s message on the SAS website homepage Peruse the other sections of the website to become familiar with SAS programs Questions? Ask your instructor any questions you have about the doctoral program

SAS Culture - Collaboration and Doctoral Community Collaborative learning is central to the SAS culture. Collaborative Learning The Doctoral Community Engage in peer review and peer evaluation Share best practices with peers to enhance learning Strengthen leadership, followership, and collaborative skills Provide opportunities to create shared knowledge Students are accountable for co-creating a rich, supportive learning community Peer networking can benefit students professionally Doctoral friendships may last a lifetime

Doctoral Community You will have the opportunity to engage in and contribute to: The creation or co-creation of new ideas Communities of active critical inquiry The development of your identity and voice as a scholar, practitioner, leader A rich context of residencies A collaborative learning atmosphere

Program Structure: Types of Courses Online Group-Study Courses Students interact in the online classroom environment. Dissertation Courses Students work one-on-one with a dissertation chair or University Research Methodologist in the online classroom environment. Residencies Students interact face-to-face at a University of Phoenix campus or residency location.

Program Structure: Benefits of Course Types Online Group-Study Courses Asynchronous online learning environment Eight-week courses facilitated by a practitioner or researchers Dissertation Courses One-on-one dissertation chair support facilitated by a University Methodologist. Flexible time frame for working adults Residencies Face-to-face interaction to strengthen dialogue and oral presentation skills Build community with their peers inside and outside of class

Section 3: Your Graduation Team

Section 3 Topics After viewing this section, you should be able to: Describe your graduation team Explain the role of each graduation team member

Your Graduation Team Until now, your Enrollment Representative has solely supported you through the admission process. Now, the other members of your Graduation Team will support you through program completion.

Your Graduation Team What to expect: Your Enrollment Representative will introduce you to your Academic Counselor Your Academic Counselor and Financial Advisor will contact you throughout your degree program Your Graduation Team will support you, not “direct” you You should reach out to your Academic Counselor or Financial Advisor if you have any questions or concerns

Your Graduation Team Hello! I’m your Enrollment Representative. Welcome to the doctoral program. I’ll help you with the admissions process and be your point of contact for the first couple classes you take. After these classes, I’ll introduce you to your Academic Counselor.

Your Graduation Team Hello! I’m your Academic Counselor. I will help you with scheduling and answer any questions you have about program policy or procedures. I will contact you before each of your major program milestones, such as your residency and dissertation courses. I look forward to helping you.

Your Graduation Team Hello! I am your Financial Advisor. I will be your main point of contact for any questions or concerns you have regarding financial issues. Talk to you soon!

Your Graduation Team Questions or concerns: Direct all questions or concerns regarding scheduling, program policies, and procedures to your Academic Counselor, not the Dean’s office Direct all questions or concerns regarding the syllabus, assignments, or grades to your course facilitator, not your Academic Counselor

Your New Role Although your Graduation Team will support you, your role now is to: Take accountability for your own success Self-direct your learning Self-assess your progress Co-create a rich, productive doctoral community Make adjustments to ensure steady progress and improvement Commit to reaching your graduation goals

Summary You are beginning an exciting doctoral journey SAS offers a wealth of resources to help you succeed You create your own success Congratulations on joining SAS and welcome to the program!