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Revision of a University Gifted Endorsement Program During a Time of Program Cuts

Revision of a University Gifted Endorsement Program During a Time of Program Cuts (Poster 57)

Friday, November 10, 2023

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: Veracruz Exhibit Hall

Debbie D. Dailey, EdD

Associate Professor
University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas
Alicia A. Cotabish (she/her/hers)

Professor
University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas
Rachelle Miller

Associate Professor
University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas
Nykela Jackson (she/her/hers)

Associate Professor
University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas
Michelle Buchanan, PhD (she/her/hers)

Clinical Instructor II
University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas

Presenters share how a university gifted education program was saved by moving to a summer-only offering. Presenters review curriculum changes based on gifted teacher preparation standards and discuss student perceptions and benefits. Participants consider small programs' challenges and share ideas to increase sustainability when facing budget constraints.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will discuss ways to improve the sustainability of small university programs.
Participants will recognize the challenges of supporting small university programs at the present moment.
Participants will recognize how gifted teacher preparation standards should be used to inform curriculum changes.