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Gifted and Talented Educational Psychology Master's
Master of Science (M.S.)
Program type:
Major
Format:
On Campus
Online
Est. time to complete:
1-3 years
Credit Hours:
33
Make sure every student gets the most out of their education.
Young students require differentiated instruction to develop and reach their full
potential. The Master of Science in Educational Psychology with a Concentration in
Gifted and Talented Education helps prepare educators, administrators and others to
identify the needs of gifted and talented students.
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Request More InfoWhy Earn a Gifted and Talented Educational Psychology Master's?
The "Executive Summer-to-Summer" program consists of 33 hours, all of which are available online. Courses begin in May and include rotations of consecutive 3-week, 5-week, and 8-week courses.
The flexibility of this program makes it ideal for the classroom teacher. The gifted and talented certificate may be earned concurrently with the master's degree in Educational Psychology or as a certificate-only option if you already have a master's degree.
This degree prepares you to sit for the Texas Examination of Educator Standards Gifted and Talented Supplemental Certificate. You'll also be prepared for doctoral coursework in this area, should you decide to continue your education.
Marketable Skills
- Critique and apply research
- Employ appropriate assessment/statistical analyses
- Provide technical assistance to agencies
- Oral and written communication
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve outcomes
Gifted and Talented Educational Psychology Master's Highlights
Earn a master’s degree in as little as 15 months or go at a slower pace, with five
different starting points throughout the year.
The College of Education is one of Texas' top producers of teachers, administrators,
counselors and other school professionals.
Courses are offered on a rotation schedule via two 8-week terms during the fall and
spring semesters and 3-week, 5-week and 10-week terms during the summer.
The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation
of Educator Preparation, which means we meet or exceed strict academic standards for
excellence in education.
The Office for Giftedness, Talent Development and Creativity is committed to transforming
potential into excellence through innovative education opportunities, research and
community outreach.
Our programs have been recognized by the National Council on Family Relations and
U.S. News and World Report.
What Can You do With a Gifted and Talented Educational Psychology Master's?
Top 3 Careers
- Gifted and Talented Coordinator/Administrator
- Gifted and Talented Specialist
- K-12 Advanced Academics Teacher
Gifted and Talented Educational Psychology Master's Courses You Could Take
Foundations of Educational Research Methodology (3 hrs)
Overview of the process of conducting research, from formulating research questions
to sampling, data collection, analysis and drawing inferences. The main focus is on
being able to understand, evaluate and utilize published research, both qualitative
and quantitative. Final product is a detailed critique of published research.
Nature and Needs of the Gifted and Talented Student (3 hrs)
Introduction to the intellectual, social, emotional and educational characteristics
and needs of gifted, talented and creative individuals. Includes study of varied conceptions
of gifted, talented and creative research findings.
Social and Emotional Components of Giftedness (3 hrs)
Review of current research on affective growth and potential adjustment problems of
gifted youth. Addresses vocational concerns, self-concept and self-esteem, the teacher’s
role in preventing or remediating affective problems related to giftedness, and potential
parenting or family problems.
Program Planning for the Education of Gifted and Talented Students (3 hrs)
Instruments and procedures for identification of gifted, talented and creative students.
Major curriculum and program models; evaluation of programs.
Human Development Across the Life Span (3 hrs)
Processes and stages that individuals undergo as they progress from birth through
old age and death are studied from a human ecological perspective. Developmental tasks
and concepts are explored.
Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 hrs)
Review of theories and applications of educational psychology; basic concepts in learning,
cognition, development and their applications to teaching and learning context.
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