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Gifted Education Boot Camp For Educators

"I left with many tools I can apply in my classroom."

Advanced, or gifted, learners have educational needs that require educators and administrators to have specialized knowledge and skill sets. For those new to gifted education or looking for the latest research and practices, CTD has developed Boot Camp, which provides the resources classroom teachers and program coordinators need to identify exceptional academic talent, provide appropriate instructional support, and help students achieve optimal growth.

This 15-hour training is available online. It can also be offered locally for groups of educators from a particular school or district, making use of online, in-person, or hybrid approaches. Topics include the following:

  • 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
  • Differentiating instruction
  • Social-emotional needs and psychosocial skill development

Upcoming Sessions

Winter 2021: February 22 - March 5, Online

This two-week session includes both synchronous and asynchronous activities. Approximately two synchronous sessions will be scheduled each week at times determined by the cohort. The remainder of the activities are available on-demand to allow for maximum flexibility and personalized learning.

Spring 2021: April 26 - May 7, Online

This two-week session includes both synchronous and asynchronous activities. Approximately two synchronous sessions will be scheduled each week at times determined by the cohort. The remainder of the activities are available on-demand to allow for maximum flexibility and personalized learning.

Questions about Boot Camp? Contact us at ctd-school-services@northwestern.edu or 847/491-3782.

Check out all of Center for Talent Development's programs for students, parents, and educators at www.ctd.northwestern.edu.

"You have opened my eyes to the need for gifted programming"