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Is an EdD easier than a PhD?

No, and the framing is unhelpful. They demonstrate different things. An EdD is usually harder on access, stakeholder management and doing the work alongside a full-time job. A PhD is usually harder on theoretical positioning. Both are doctorates held to doctoral standards.

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