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GATE Programs

We Bring University-Quality GATE Programming to Your Institution


 

Specialized StudiesEducation Programs at UC Irvine Extension addresses the needs of K-12 teachers by delivering GATE programs online and onsite at schools, districts, and county offices of education.

We offer custom tailored professional development in-services, individual courses, and certificate programs.

Available topics include (but not limited to):

  • Identification, Diagnosis, and Evaluation
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Social and Emotional Needs
  • Teaching the Diverse Student
  • Parental Involvement
  • Learning Styles
  • How the Brain Learns
  • Mentoring the Gifted
  • Using Technology and Arts in GATE Education
  • Meeting Multiple Needs
  • Critical and Creative Productive Thinking
  • Gifted Program Evaluation
 

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Our teacher-focused programs

  • Align with CAG, NAGC, and state standards of excellence
  • Provide instruction that is balanced between theory and application
  • Are uniquely tailored to each environment being served

UC Irvine Extension provides GATE programming that is interdisciplinary and incorporates theoretical and pedagogical themes appropriate for teachers committed to curricular differentiation for all of their students.

Specialized Studies Award Requirements

The Specialized Studies Certificate is awarded upon successful completion of 9 units with a grade of “C” or better and a completed application for candidacy.