PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies has published the Fall 2024 edition of its academic research journal, Phoenix Scholar™. This periodical underscores the dedication of the University of Phoenix’s faculty, students, and alumni to advancing research through evidence-based practices. The Fall 2024 issue emphasizes the potential of research to drive positive change, featuring significant discoveries and social interventions.
“Adopting transformative strategies creates opportunities to support and retain both students and faculty in higher education, enhance student career readiness, and improve online education,” states Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., P.E., vice provost of the College of Doctoral Studies and editor-at-large of Phoenix Scholar. “This edition illustrates how research can inspire positive change, with our authors presenting their findings and social interventions.”
Phoenix Scholar serves as the academic platform for disseminating the results and impacts of the University of Phoenix’s research initiatives, linking them to the wider context of learning and scholarship. The periodical has been assigned an International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) by the U.S. ISSN Center at the Library of Congress, with the online format ISSN being 2771-6503 and the print format ISSN being 2771-6422.
Mansureh Kebritchi, Ph.D., who serves as the chair of the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR), acted as the associate editor for this edition. This issue of the Phoenix Scholar focuses on transformative research in the realms of Artificial Intelligence, education, healthcare, business, and employee wellness. The articles included are:
“Bringing Artificial Intelligence into the Doctoral Courses: Insights from a Pilot Study with Google Gemini,” co-authored by Kebritchi;
“Retaining Non-Traditional Online Students: Bridging the Gap between Transformative Research and Real World Practice”;
“Identifying and Activating Student AI Skills”;
“Transformative Inquiry”;
“Supporting Workers, Women, and Wellness in the Post-Pandemic Workplace”;
“Transforming Online Learning Environments Through Evidence-Based Practices: From Insight to Action”; and
“Use of Generative AI in Maximizing Engagement in Online Higher Education.”
The research centers affiliated with the College of Doctoral Studies that contributed to this publication include CEITR, the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research (CLSOR), the Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR), and the University of Phoenix Career Institute®. As established leaders in online education, the University leverages research to create solutions in key areas such as leadership, workplace diversity, and instructional technology, thereby enhancing student outcomes and supporting the professional growth of students, faculty, and alumni.
About the College of Doctoral Studies
The College of Doctoral Studies at the University of Phoenix is dedicated to addressing the complex challenges faced by contemporary businesses and organizations. This includes tackling significant social issues and creating strategies to foster community development and industry advancement. The research program is structured around the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader Model, which positions students at the core of the Doctoral Education Ecosystem®. This model connects them with experts, resources, and tools essential for cultivating their leadership capabilities within their organizations, industries, and communities. Through this initiative, students and researchers collaborate with various organizations to perform research that is applicable in real-time workplace settings.
About University of Phoenix
The University of Phoenix is committed to innovation aimed at assisting working adults in advancing their careers and acquiring skills necessary for success in an ever-evolving environment. With flexible scheduling, pertinent coursework, interactive learning experiences, and a skills-aligned curriculum for both bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, the institution supports students in effectively pursuing their professional and personal goals while managing their busy schedules. For further details, please visit phoenix.edu.
