Group Dissertation in Practice: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: Perspectives from a College Dean, Dissertation Chair, and Doctoral Candidate

Authors

Kathleen Weigel, Lynn UniversityFollow
Korynne Taylor-Dunlop, Lynn University
Katherine Reedy, Lynn University

Document Type

Conference Session

Publication Date

10-23-2014

Abstract

This presentation discusses perspectives on non-traditional group dissertation models from a dean, dissertation chair, and doctoral candidate. It provides an example of a three-article group dissertation focusing on 21st century leadership topics. Benefits include deeper analysis through group work, while challenges include coordinating schedules and ensuring individual accountability. Support for group dissertations includes empowering professors, addressing problems of practice, and clear roles, norms, and project management.

Host

University of Missouri-St. Louis

Conference/Symposium

2014 Fall CPED Convening

City/State

St. Louis, MO

Department

College of Education

Comments

2014 Fall Carnegie Project on the Educational Doctorate (CPED) Convening

Recommended Citation

Weigel, K., Taylor-Dunlop, K., & Reedy, K. (2014, October 22-24). Group dissertation in practice: The good, the bad, the ugly: Perspectives from a college dean, dissertation chair, and doctoral candidate [Conference session]. 2014 Fall CPED Convening, St. Louis, MO, United States.