南阿肯色大學(xué)主校區(qū)

The purpose of the Master of Education degree with a major in Gifted and Talented is to offer currently licensed educators an opportunity to complete a program of study at the graduate level to obtain a K-12 license. The coursework & related assessments which will equip educators to work with high-ability learners in the K-12 educational environment or in a leadership position at a supporting agency. The Nationally Recognized, online program was developed in alignment with the Arkansas Teaching Standards and the NAGC Teacher Preparation Standards as established by the accrediting associations of The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

Students are required to complete 30 hours of online coursework. Courses and assessments are aligned with supporting frameworks and professional standards. This program can be completed in as a little as 18 months.

Learning Goals

Candidates engage in scholarly research activities such as action research or program evaluation to solve authentic problems. Teachers seek advice of others and draw on education research and scholarship to improve their practice.
Candidates model leadership and communication strategies that promote valuing diversity throughout the community. Teachers recognize individual differences in their students and adjust their practice accordingly.
Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.
Candidates employ technologies including communications, productivity and presentation applications to enhance their collaborations. Teachers regularly assess student progress.
Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers command specialized knowledge of how to convey a subject to students.