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Peer reviewedDeering, Thomas E. – Educational Forum, 1998
Analysis of terminal education degree programs at 50 Holmes Group universities did not find any major differences in content, research methods, minors, or comprehensive examinations. Type of dissertation was the only significant difference. The distinction between doctorates in education and in philosophy therefore may not be necessary. (SK)
Descriptors: Course Content, Doctoral Degrees, Higher Education, Program Termination
