Master of Education in Gifted and Talented Education
Note: Distance education students take courses towards this degree through a combination of online classes and classes offered in person at the off-campus teaching center in Katy , Texas . See below for details.
The Master of Education in Gifted and Talented Education develops awareness, knowledge, and understanding of teaching gifted and talented students, as well as competence in curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation. The core courses lay the instructional foundation; the major area courses provide specific knowledge, skills, and internship op portunities. The teaching content/methodology area focuses on age/grade levels, and/or specific subject content from the University of Houston Curriculum and Instruction Department.
All eight courses in Gifted and Talented Education (five at the Master's Degree level and three transitional doctorate courses) adhere to objectives for such training from the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and the American Psychological Association (APA).
Distance education class formats
Distance education offers the required courses towards this degree in the following formats:
- Online
- Face-to-Face
The face-to-face classes are taught at the following off-campus teaching centers:
- U.H. System at Cinco Ranch
Degree planning
To get started with a Master of Education in Gifted and Talented Education through distance education, you will need to meet with an advisor in the College of Education 's Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Lists of requirements are available from the department.
Consult an advisor for help or if you need more information.
Visit the Gifted and Talented Education website