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Endorsement for the Talented and Gifted |
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Program of Study
Two classes are offered each semester and summer, permitting students to complete the endorsement in two consecutive semesters. Courses are offered on a rotating basis. Students may enter the program during any semester. The program follows a 15-week semester schedule for Spring and Fall Semester and a 7-week schedule for Summer Semester. Students enrolled in the program will complete all work via the online courses.
Four courses are required (by the Georgia Professional Standards Co
mmission) for the Gifted In-Field Endorsement in the state of Georgia:
- PSYG 5610, Nature and Need of Children Who Are Talented and Gifted
- PSYG 6600, Methods and Materials for Children Who Are Talented and Gifted
- PSYG 6620, Curriculum for Children Who Are Talented and Gifted
- PSYG 7600, Assessment of Children Who Are Talented and Gifted
| Gifted In-Field Endorsement Courses (12 Hours) | Hrs. |
| PSYG 5610 Nature and Needs of Children Who Are Talented and Gifted | 3 |
| PSYG 6600 Methods & Materials for Children Who Are Talented and Gifted | 3 |
| PSYG 6620 Curriculum for Children Who Are Talented and Gifted | 3 |
| PSYG 7600 Assessment of Children Who Are Talented and Gifted | 3 |
TOTAL Semester Hour Credits |
12 |
The coursework for this program is offered completely online. The semester courses begin and end on specific dates, work is due as assigned, activity and work deadlines are published in the course syllabi. The length of the program semester will vary from shorter sessions (summer) to 15 weeks.