 Teaching the gifted and talented is a inspirational and rewarding challenge. Gifted learners tend to show characteristics that differ from their peers in every area of function: cognitive, affective, physical and intuitive.
Offered completely online, UC Irvine Extension’s Gifted and Talented Education Specialized Studies program will help you develop a new skill set and gain a deeper understanding of the needs and issues of this diverse group of students.
This teacher-focused program is also aligned with CAG, NAGC, and state standards of excellence.
Program Benefits
- Identify and evaluate diversely gifted students
- Understand and meet unique psychological needs
- Gain the ability to provide instruction that is balanced between theory and application
- Acquire the skills necessary to build differentiated curriculum to meet the needs all of learners, regardless of level
Who Should Attend
- Experienced and novice teachers seeking the latest strategies for curricular differentiation
- Individuals interested in Gifted & Talented Education theory and practical applications
- Individuals exploring entry or career transition into GATE instruction
What courses are required for the program?
You may choose any combination of GATE courses that add up to 9 units.
How long is the program?
The GATE specialized studies consists of 9 units. By taking one or two courses per quarter, many students complete the program in 9 to 15 months. Students are encouraged to complete the program within 5 years.
How much does it cost?
Fees range from $350 to $500 per course. Depending on which courses you choose, the tuition cost of the GATE specialized studies is approximately $2,150. There is also a $35 certificate request fee.
What are the requirements for the GATE Specialized Studies?
The Specialized Studies Certificate is awarded upon successful completion of 9 units with a grade of “C” or better and a completed application for candidacy.
Onsite Courses Available
UC Irvine Extension can provide individual courses, specialized in-services, or the entire GATE Specialized Studies program onsite at schools, district professional development centers, or other venues at reduced costs. On-site courses cover a number of topics critical to increasing teachers' skill sets and can be tailored to unique demands of the school being served. To learn how to bring GATE programming to your school district, contact (949) 824-9304 or unex-educate@uci.edu. |
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Stay Informed About
Gifted and Talented Education
Just added! Special fall quarter GATE webinar series for parents!
As districts struggle with dwindling budgets and staggering layoffs, schools are finding it harder to sustain and further develop programs for gifted and talented students. Now more than ever, these students require academic and emotional support away from the classroom.
This month-long webinar series is specially designed to help parents of the gifted better understand and more effectively support their high ability learners.
Register for individual sessions or take the complete series at a discounted rate!
Individual Sessions:
Attend the NAGC Virtual Convention and receive credit from us!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
As the only provider of CEU’s for this year’s virtual conference, UC Irvine Extension will award one unit of continuing education credit to attendees who participate in a minimum of 4.5 hours of sessions. This credit will help you document professional development hours and can be submitted to your district to help advance your salary. The unit can also be applied to our fully online GATE specialized studies!
Contact Amanda Yngelmo at ayngelmo@uci.edu at (949) 824-9304 for details about receiving your credit and to obtain an official enrollment form!
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English Proficiency Requirement
All certificate programs at UC Irvine Extension (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation. If you would like to refine your English language proficiency prior to beginning one of our programs, please see our English Language Programs.
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