The University of Iowa has developed a program for the Talented and Gifted Endorsement that has been approved by the Department of Education for the State of Iowa.

The program for the approved endorsement includes four strands:

Strand 1: Psychology of the Gifted (7C:123, 7C:124, 7C:137, 7C:238*)
Strand 2: Programming for the Gifted (7E/S:121, 7S/P:122*, 7E/S:124, 7E/S/U:125, 7E/S:126, 7S:172, 7S:173*, 7E/S/U:196*, 7S:280*)
Strand 3: Administration and Supervision of Gifted Programs (7B:111)
Strand 4: Practicum experience in Gifted Programs (arranged through the Belin-Blank Center.)

All of the courses and workshops offered through the Belin-Blank Center correspond to the four strands. Course numbers for Summer 2007 workshops are indicated for each strand. Courses designated with an * may be taken more than one time (focusing on different content) for the Talented and Gifted Endorsement.

Questions about professional development opportunities, including the TAG endorsement and the practicum, should be directed to the Belin-Blank Center, The University of Iowa, 600 Blank Honors Center, Iowa City, IA 52242-0454. Telephone 319-335-6148, 1-800-336-6463, or view our Web site at www.education.uiowa.edu/belinblank.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Center for Credit Programs in advance at 319-335-2575.