Gifted Education and Advanced Academics, Ed.S.

The Ed.S. in Gifted Education and Advanced Academics is designed to prepare teachers and leaders to effectively teach gifted students and lead gifted programs. Candidates will be prepared to design and lead gifted services through appropriate curricular and programming decisions that enhance student learning for this population. Candidates will also develop the content knowledge and skills to provide professional learning in Gifted Education. Graduates will be able to use their skills and knowledge in careers as gifted education teachers, consultants, and coordinators of advanced academic programs in public and private schools and community programs. When candidates complete this program and successfully pass the Praxis Exam, they may apply for a TN Endorsement PK-12.