Center for Talent Development (CTD) is an accredited learning center and research facility housed in the School of Education & Social Policy at Northwestern University. Since its founding in 1982, research has been at the core of our program design and methods. Recognized as a leader in the field of gifted education, CTD and its leadership continue to contribute ground-breaking research on talent development.
“The Center has made major contributions to research and development in the field of gifted education, especially with respect to what constitutes quality programs for highly gifted students.” –Joyce VanTassel-Baska, Founding Director of CTD
