Gifted Specialization

Master of Science in ESE with a Specialization in Gifted Education 36 credits

This program is designed for teachers who have completed a bachelor's degree in an area of education and want to teach students identified as gifted and talented (K-12).

Core Gifted Endorsement Requirements 15 credits

• ESE 518 Educating Special Gifted Populations
• ESE 522 Guidance and Counseling of Gifted Students
• ESE 523 Nature and Needs of the Gifted
• ESE 534 Theory and Development of Creativity
• ESE 535 Educational Procedures and Curriculum for Students with Gifts and Talents

Additional Requirement courses 15 credits

• ECT 678 Technology Applications in Exceptional Student Education
• EDR 601 Methodology of Research
• ESE 583 Educational Assessment of Students with Exceptionalities
• ESE 665 Collaborative Consultation and Inclusive Practices in ESE
• ESE 670 Advanced Behavioral Management of the Exceptional Child

Electives 6 credits

Typical electives include:

• ESE 643 Evaluation of Children with Learning Disabilities
• EDU 590 Reading Intervention Practicum
• EDU 614 Visionary Leadership in Education