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Professional Learning

Practical and Timely Strategies for Teachers and Administrators of Gifted Students.

 

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Talent Development is for Educators Too

CTD strives to have a positive impact on educational policy, to educate the public about giftedness and talent development, and help educators hone their craft. Through professional development, outreach, and advocacy efforts, CTD keeps educators informed about developments in the field of gifted education and supports their efforts to successfully meet the unique educational and social-emotional needs of students with exceptional academic abilities.

Online and In-Person Training and Resources

CTD hosts a variety of professional learning activities, and produces and curates resources throughout the year. Learn more below and check the CTD Events Page for upcoming sessions.

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Gifted Education Boot Camp for Educators

Fifteen-hour course that provides the background and skills to identify exceptional academic talent, develop a gifted and talented curriculum, and help students achieve optimal growth.
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Gifted Education Boot Camp for Administrators

Fifteen-hour course that explores the latest research and practices for school administrators to provide effective leadership in implementing talent development programs and services.
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Administrator Toolbox

Create school learning environments that nurture exceptional talent and where all students can reach full potential. On-demand and live, individualized content to help you design and implement effective programs.

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Training in Leadership and Service-Learning

CTD's Civic Education Project professional staff provide training for educators, youth development professionals, and other practitioners on service-learning, social justice education, and youth development.

Customized Professional Development Workshops

Work with CTD to design professional development offerings that meet the needs of educators in your school or district. CTD can provide:

  • Convenient, asynchronous online minicourses on topics including, but not limited to, identification best practices, social-emotional needs, or differentiation
  • Customizable one- or two-day workshops at your site
  • Hybrid offerings (online and face-to-face, or a blend)

Contact us at ctd-school-services@northwestern.edu or 847/491-3782 to discuss a proposal for services.

"Thank you for taking the time to put together such a rich experience. I love learning and am so full of ideas and things to bring back to our administration!"

–Boot Camp Participant

Work with CTD

Create your own practicum in gifted education! CTD hires dynamic educators for a range of program staff and administrative positions in our online, weekend, and summer programs. Opportunities to work in CTD summer, online and weekend programs, providing on-the-job skills and experience with advanced learners.

See our Job Opportunities page for current openings, job descriptions, and application procedures.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us for more information or a quote.

Email the CTD School Services Team.

Stay Connected with CTD

Sign up for CTD's monthly Educator Digest email and quarterly newsletter, Talent, so that you hear about the latest research, upcoming opportunities for educators, and programs and resources for students and families.

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