Program Overview

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Curriculum and Instruction (Gifted Education), MEd

The Master of Education program in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in gifted education prepares teachers, school administrators, school psychologists, early interventionists, and family members to work effectively with gifted children. Students gain the theory and pedagogy needed to identify and serve this population of learners.

Program Description

This program advances education careers by supporting academically gifted children as they explore their full potential. In this online program, students are prepared to tailor instruction and pedagogy to individual learning needs.

At a Glance

• College/School: Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation
• Location: Online
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Degree Requirements

30 credit hours, including the required capstone course (SPE 597)

Required Core (3 credit hours)

• TEL 504 Learning and Instruction (3)

Concentration (24 credit hours)

• COE 501 Introduction to Research and Evaluation in Education (3)
• SPE 572 Testing and Measurement in Gifted Education: Methods (3)
• SPE 573 Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners: Teaching Methods (3)
• SPE 585 Creativity: Foundations of Research and Development in Gifted Education (3)
• SPE 586 Advising the Gifted Learner: Social and Emotional Needs (3)
• SPE 587 Special Populations in Gifted Education (3)
• SPE 588 The Gifted Learner: Foundations of Identification, Education, and Development (3)
• SPE 589 Gifted Education Programming: Models, Methods, and Services (3)

Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)

• SPE 597 Capstone (3)

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• All applicants must submit:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Resume
  • Proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:

• Design strategies and services tailored to the needs of gifted learners.
• Develop educational plans that address the social, emotional, and academic needs of gifted students.
• Facilitate collaborative advocacy work in educational contexts to support outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities.

Career Opportunities

Graduates have the skills to create and strengthen gifted programs, develop instructional methods, advocate for learners, and work with school districts and families. They are prepared to expand or pursue education careers working with gifted learners.

Career Examples

• Educator in gifted or honors classroom
• Gifted coordinator
• School administrator

Additional Information

This program does not lead to teacher certification. Students should contact an advisor for information on other programs that lead to teacher certification in the state of Arizona. The program also provides the 12 credit hours of coursework in gifted education required for the Gifted Education (K--12) endorsement from the Arizona Department of Education. Students should refer to the Arizona Department of Education website for additional requirements.