Gifted Education Boot Camp for Educators Fall 2021
Advanced learners have educational needs that require educators and administrators to have specialized knowledge and skill sets. They also need high-quality gifted education programs. For those new to gifted education or looking for the latest research and practices, Center for Talent Development (CTD) at Northwestern University has developed professional learning for educators that provides the knowledge and skills classroom teachers and gifted program administrators need to identify exceptional academic talent, develop their gifted and talented curriculum, provide appropriate instruction, and help students achieve optimal growth.
What do participants have to say?
"The discussion boards are very interesting. Very enriching to read the reflections and experiences of other educators and the advice of the experts."
"I will follow the standards for gifted education and apply activities and resources presented in the course materials and shared by colleagues."
This 15-hour training is available virtually.
Boot Camp can also be offered locally for groups of educators from a particular school or district, making use of online, in-person, or hybrid approaches. ISBE Professional Development Hours are available.
Topics Covered
- Inclusive, equitable best practices for working with high-ability learners
- Challenging and engaging advanced students online
- Effective identification of abilities and learning needs
- Assessment and growth monitoring
- Acceleration, enrichment, and rigorous curriculum
- Grouping and differentiating instruction
- Social-emotional needs and psychosocial skill development
View Sample Boot Camp Syllabus
Boot Camp Dates and Schedule
Fall: October 25 – November 5
This Boot Camp session is an online program with both synchronous and asynchronous activities. One or two synchronous sessions will be scheduled each week based on feedback from the cohort. The remainder of the activities are asynchronous/on-demand so as to allow for maximum flexibility and personalized learning.
Instructors: Susan Corwith, CTD Associate Director; Rhoda Rosen, CTD Associate Director; Melissa Hinshaw, CTD Assessment Coordinator; Eric Calvert, CTD Associate Director; Lindsay Wall Succari, CTD Program Coordinator, Civic Education Project
Cost: $495 per person; $395 per person for groups of 3 or more registered from the same school or district; $395 for current CTD instructors; $395 for current SESP students
Questions: Contact ctd-school-services@northwestern.edu.