Talented and Gifted Endorsement
Program Details
An award-winning curriculum and innovative use of technology make Drake's Talented and Gifted (TAG) Endorsement vital for anyone working with gifted students. Throughout the online 12-credit hour preparation program - which is based on National Association for Gifted Children standards - knowledgeable faculty provide a comprehensive framework for educators, consultants, and coordinators of K-12 gifted education courses and parents of gifted students. This endorsement is fully approved by the Iowa Department of Education.
Program Options
Endorsement Only
For the TAG endorsement, students can choose from the 19 hours offered at Drake University with up to 6 transfer hours. Students must take at least one course from each of the four content areas:
- Psychology of the Gifted
- Programming for the Gifted
- Administration and Supervision of Gifted Programs
- Practicum Experience
Each case is different and therefore, an individual transcript review will be completed after admission.
Endorsement with Degree
Students can complete the TAG endorsement as part of the MSE degree in Teacher Effectiveness and Professional Development. Core courses for this program are offered on campus and students may transfer in the 12 TAG endorsement hours toward the 32-hour masters degree program. Contact Thalya Hanson for information on this program.
Coursework
Students must have coursework from each of the areas identified above and a total of 12 hours for Drake University to recommend a student to the Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE). All TAG courses are offered online.
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- Applications are reviewed on an on-going basis; therefore, it is requested that all materials be submitted approximately 8 weeks prior to the beginning of the intended start-term.
- Upon the receipt of transcripts, an advisor will complete a transcript evaluation in order to determine any credit or course substitutions/transfers.
- In order to begin the application process, please click the “Apply Now” link above. This link will provide you application requirements. Questions regarding the application process can be forwarded to the Coordinator of Graduate Admission at soegradadmission@drake.edu or 515-271-2552.
Questions?
For program information, contact:
Margaret Burns-Fess, M.A.
Talented and Gifted Program Coordinator
margaret.burns-fess@drake.edu
515-271-3888
Program Director and Advisor:
Sally Beisser, PhD
Professor of Education
Iowa Campus Compact Senior Faculty Fellow
sally.beisser@drake.edu
515-271-4850
Learn More
- Financial Aid
- Iowa teacher shortage areas are designated annually by the Iowa Department of Education. Teachers in shortage areas may be eligible for college student forgiveable loans through both state and federal programs. TAG has been identified as a shortage area. Information regarding application for forgivable loans is available at the Iowa College Student Aid Commission website.
- Tuition and Fees
- Registering for Courses
- TAG Faculty
- ITAG Conference for Credit
