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Academically and Intellectually Gifted Coordinator
Dr. Angela Novak
Associate Professor
Elementary Education
novaka17@ecu.edu
252-328-6649
In line with policy in the state of North Carolina, the program entails completing four courses. We welcome school support staff, families, counselors, librarians, assistants, administration, and all other interested potential undergraduate and graduate students to learn more about gifted education! Please note, however, that the add-on licensure is through NC DPI and is for actively licensed teachers only.
All of the courses required by the AIG Teaching Add-on Licensure at ECU are taught online.
Course Work
Our AIG course series is NEW! Please note that we now have courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Even if you already hold a BA/BS degree, you can take courses at the undergraduate level! There are a few reasons you may want to do so. First, the courses are at the undergraduate level, with differentiated coursework such as readings and assignments; if you haven’t taken a college course in a few years, this may be of interest! The tuition is different for undergraduate courses, as well. There are some important considerations, however, which may make the graduate level more appealing. Graduate courses may transfer into a graduate degree down the road. Additionally, please note that the add-on can be added to an M-level license at the graduate level, whereas the add-on from undergraduate courses can only be added to an A-level license. Before embarking on this AIG adventure with ECU, carefully consider what may be the best route for you using the chart below, and contact the AIG Coordinator with any questions.
| PBTC (Undergraduate) Add-On Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Credential | NDSG (Graduate) Add-On Non-Degree Seeking Graduate |
|---|---|
| The Courses ● Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Credential application via undergraduate admissions ● 4000 level courses ● Content is the same- required for add-on ● Challenge Level- Undergraduate | The Courses ● Non-Degree Seeking Graduate application via graduate school admissions ● 6000 level courses ● Content is the same- required for add-on ● Challenge Level- Graduate |
| Financial Considerations ● Four Courses, Undergraduate Rate ● Estimated per credit hour (without fees): $205* *2021-22 costs, see the tuition page for current costs | Financial Considerations ● Four Courses, Graduate Rate ● Estimated per credit hour (without fees): $290* *2021-22 costs, see the tuition page for current costs |
| Charting Your Course: Planning for the Future ● Can only be added to A-level, even if you later earn a Master’s degree/M-level license ● You don’t plan on getting a Master’s degree OR you already have a Master’s degree and you don’t need this add-on at the M-level** | Charting Your Course: Planning for the Future ● If you have, or will have, an M-level** license, can add-on to M license now or when earned ● Could potentially roll into graduate degree/transfer credit (university dependent) |
*Each program has a separate application and fee; you must decide on a route prior to applying. Applications and fees cannot be transferred.
**Why does M Level Matter? While we don’t currently have legislation for Master’s pay in NC, it may come back; licensing (not just degree earned) may be a determining factor for the qualification, depending on how the legislation is written.
Timing:
All courses are 3 credit hours. Courses are offered once a year (see reverse for descriptions and schedule.) Both PBTC and NDSG add-ons have a one-year option of taking two courses per semester and finishing in one academic year, or the two-year plan, taking one course per semester and finishing the add-on in two academic years.
The Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) teaching add-on licensure requires four courses. All courses are offered online (DE/distance education) and are 3 credit hours. The schedule below is typical/planned; course offerings are pending budget and enrollment.
GIFT 4000/6000: The Diverse Gifted Child
Introduction to the nature and needs of the gifted child, including cognitive and affective characteristics. Course emphasizes both the commonalities and rich cultural diversities of giftedness. (F,R)
GIFT 4100/6100: Foundations of Gifted Education
Foundational, conceptual, and programmatic models of gifted education, including a historical view of the field. Assessment and identification in gifted education. (S,R)
GIFT 4200/6200: Instructional Practices in Gifted Education
Curriculum and instruction for gifted students, including the creation of new curricular methods and materials and core differentiation practices. Adaptations of existing materials to meet the needs of gifted students in the regular classroom. (F,R)
GIFT 4300/6300: Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving in Gifted Education
Creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving through two lenses: teaching tools in the gifted classroom, and communication and collaboration tools for the gifted educator. (S,R)
GIFT 4400/6400: Special Topics in Gifted Education*
In-depth exploration of a facet of gifted education. Topics may include ideas such as international topics in gifted education; poverty and the gifted; and twice exceptionality. (SM,A)
F= Fall, S=Spring, SM=Summer
R= Required for Add-on, A= May be substituted for required course, with advance approval
*Special Topics in Gifted Education may be substituted for a required course based on the topic offered and the course requested. Because minimum standards/content must be met for add-on, this requires advance approval by the AIG Coordinator. Special Topics vary by course and may not run every year.
If you have any questions please contact:
Angela Novak
NovakA17@ecu.edu
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AFTER you have been admitted as a non-degree student, please email Dr. Angela Novak at novaka17@ecu.edu with your Banner ID number (a number that begins B00XXXXXX) and your ECU email address for course registration purposes. This information can be found in your self-service center or in your automated newly admitted student email you receive.
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If you are considering a degree program that may, would, could or potentially lead to a professional license and/or certification, please note that at this time ECU may or may not be able to advise whether a program meets requirements outside of North Carolina. Prior to enrolling in a degree program, please discuss this important topic with your program of interest.