Gifted Education (P-12), M.A.
Master of Arts (M.A.) degree program in Gifted Education
The Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Gifted Education is a 30-39 credit program is designed for teachers and other experienced educators who desire to teach in and/or coordinate programs designed for exceptional learners. This program does not lead to initial certification in gifted education. However, the three foundational courses constitute an in-field endorsement in gifted education. Once completed, candidates may request that the college make a recommendation to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission to have the endorsement added to existing educator certification.
Program Requirements
Foundational Courses
Each candidate is required to complete the following courses as a part of the degree program, if not taken previously. Completion of these courses will enable certified Georgia educators to qualify for the in-field Gifted endorsement:
| EDUC 7721 | Characteristics of Gifted Students | 3 |
| EDUC 7722 | Assessment of Gifted Students | 3 |
| EDUC 7723 | Programs, Curriculum and Methods for Gifted Students | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Elective Courses
Six Elective Hours (Must be graduate courses – 5000 level or above – in candidate’s area of certification – selected with approval of advisor)
Required Courses
| EDUC 6607 | Fundamentals of Learning and Cognition | 3 |
| EDUC 6642 | Critical Thinking and Creativity in the Classroom | 3 |
| EDUC 6699 | Methods and Interpretation of Educational Research | 3 |
| EDUC 7703 | Social, Cultural, and Ethical Perspectives of Education | 3 |
| EDUC 7724 | Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Students | 3 |
| EDUC 7725 | Enrichment Programs for Gifted Learners | 3 |
| EDUC 7740 | Internship | 3 |
| EDUC 7788 | Capstone/Exhibition | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 24 |
Total Credit Hours: 30-39