Poster

Poster 30: Virtual Pathways to Gifted Education: Achieving a License Endorsement Online

Thursday, November 13, 2025

5:15 PM - 6:30 PM ET

Location: Convention Center, Exhibit Hall B

Grade Level: Postsecondary, Professionals

Tricia L. Ebner

Gifted Coordinator & Adjunct Instructor
Norton City Schools, Ohio & Malone University
WADSWORTH, Ohio, United States
Diane M. Oplinger

Gifted Consultant
Stark County Educational Service Center, Malone University
UNIONTOWN, Ohio, United States

Short Description: Learn how one university created a fully online, asynchronous gifted endorsement program for educators. This session covers the development process, key successes like accessibility, and challenges such as interactivity and assessment. Gain practical insights into designing high-quality online programs that prepare educators to meet the needs of gifted learners.

Learning Objectives:

Examine how online endorsement programs can help address the shortage of teachers with gifted certifications.
Describe key concepts students need to know and understand in their gifted endorsement programs.
Define critical characteristics of an effective online gifted endorsement program.