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Teachers College, Columbia University
Teachers College
Columbia University
Gifted Education
Gifted Education
in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching
in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching

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Phone: 212.678.3765
Fax: 212.678.4048
Web Address: http://www.tc.edu/c&t/GiftedEd
Program Coordinator: Professor James Borland

Degrees Offered:

Gifted Education Extension Certification (GIFT-EXT)

— Master of Arts (M.A.)

Elementary Inclusive Education - Initial Certification with Gifted Extension (ELGF-DUAL)

— Master of Arts (M.A.)

Please note: The Ed.D. with a concentration in Gifted Education is available through the Curriculum and Teaching program

About the Program

The Professional-certification Program in the Education of Gifted Students in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching at Teachers College, Columbia University, is designed for students who have graduated from an accredited teacher-education program and who hold an initial teaching certificate.  Graduates of the program are recommended for the New York State certificate extension in Gifted Education and, by virtue of earning their M.A., qualify for New York State professional certification once they meet State experiential requirements.  Thus, completion of this program provides students with (a) the advanced degree required for professional certification, (b) certification in gifted education, and (c) knowledge relating to the nature, needs, and pedagogy of gifted students that contributes to greater effectiveness as a teacher in a variety of situations.