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Gifted Students
The Program in Gifted Education of the Department of Curriculum and Teaching at Teachers College, Columbia University, offers a 12-credit summer course sequence that allows students who hold, or will soon obtain, a valid initial or professional teaching certificate in New York State to also meet the educational requirements for the New York State certification extension in gifted education. This certification extension is required in order to teach in gifted education programs in the State of New York. Coursework in this sequence can be used to meet certification requirements in other states as well. Individuals who complete the 12-credit sequence will apply directly to the State Education Department through the individual pathway in order to be granted the certificate extension. The gifted education extension applies to early childhood, elementary, and high school teachers.
Four courses are offered in the summer, and students who start the sequence in mid-May can complete the sequence as early as mid-July. The courses are listed and described below.
One does not need to be a matriculated Teachers College student in order to enroll in this program. One can apply as a non-degree student through the Office of Admission. Select "Gifted Education" as your area of interest. The course sequence is also open to Teachers College students in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching and students in other departments who can take the courses as electives in their programs.
James Borland, Ph.D.
212-678-3801
jhb27@columbia.edu
Dates and Times
See Course Information below for Dates and Times.
Requirements
- BA or equivalent
- Proof of English proficiency for all non-native speakers of English
Tuition information
Tuition is $1286 per credit.
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Non-Credit Option
Gifted Education offers two courses as non-credit. Please note, non-credit does not fulfill the 12-credit sequence for Gifted Extension.
Gifted Education is offering the following two courses as non-credit:
C&T 4027 Differentiated Instruction of Gifted Students in the Heterogeneous Classroom
C&T 4022 Instructional Models in the Education of Gifted Students
Select Non-Credit Application to apply
Non-Credit Fee: $400
Program Faculty
James H. Borland, Ph.D.
Professor of Education and Program Coordinator
Lisa Wright, Ed.D.
Adjunct Associate Professor of Education
Director, the Hollingworth Center
Courses in the Certification Sequence, Summer 2013
C&T 4021 Nature and Needs of Gifted Students
Professor Borland
2 or 3 credits
Summer A, May 23 – July 3,
Mondays and Wednesday, 4:25 pm – 6:45 pm
This introductory course in gifted education explores a number of issues related to the psychology and education of gifted students, including conceptions of giftedness, educational provisions for gifted students, creativity, and economically disadvantaged gifted students. Implications for education, counseling, and guidance are investigated.
C&T 4027 Differentiated Instruction of Gifted Students in the Heterogeneous Classroom
Professor Borland and Dr. Wright
1 – 3 credits or non-credit
June 27 & 28, July 1 & 2, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Gifted students are present in almost every elementary, middle school, and high school classroom. The educational needs of these students can and must be met within this context. This workshop will provide an overview of curricular and instructional strategies designed to enhance the optimal development of gifted learners (and all learners) in the regular classroom. Topics will include general curricular modifications, management techniques, instructional strategies, individual learning opportunities, and outcomes and assessments. Special consideration will be given to those methods of differentiation that can be integrated readily into the learning environment of mixed-ability classrooms
C&T 4022 Instructional Models in the Education of Gifted Students
Professor Borland
1 – 3 credits or noncredit
July 8, 9, 10, & 11, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
What should gifted students learn? How can we differentiate the curriculum for gifted learners in order to meet their special needs more effectively? These and other questions will be addressed in this four-day workshop devoted to the discussion, analysis, and evaluation of instructional models designed or adapted for gifted students. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of curricular differentiation and on providing an overview of a range of models designed to modify content, enhance the development of thinking skills and enhance creativity.
C&T 5302 Advanced Practicum in Gifted Education
Professor Borland and Dr. Wright
3 credits
Summer A (May 23 - July 3) or Summer B (July 9 - August 19)
The practicum consists of guided experiences for students in gifted education that are tailored individually to the needs and interests of students.
