The doctor of education degree is considered a research doctorate and also a professional doctorate that helps the student in the preparation of academic, clinical, administrative and research positions in other educational and private business organizations.
On the other hand, PhD which is referred to as doctor of philosophy is a post graduate academic degree, which is awarded by various universities. All the individuals who attain the degree of doctorate are also considered as doctors in their own professional field.
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As far as my knowledge is concerned, both the ED.D and PhD are referred to as research based degrees ...