Professional Learning

About

Educators play a critical role in identifying and nurturing the talents of gifted students. The Belin-Blank Center offers a variety of professional learning opportunities designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills they need to support gifted and talented learners in their classrooms.

Professional Learning

AP Summer Institute (APSI)

Summer

Week-long intensive training for current and prospective AP teachers, led by College Board-endorsed consultants.

Belin-Blank Advanced Learner Institute (B-BALI)

Summer

A full-day professional learning institute for K-8 educators focused on strategies for serving advanced learners.

Belin-Blank Fellowship Program

Summer

A residential summer program for educators committed to talent development in their schools and communities.

Webinar Series

Online

Free webinars on topics in gifted education and talent development.

Jumpstarting Student Research Fellowship

Summer

Supports middle/high school educators in incorporating research projects, particularly for rural areas.

Academic Programs

Talented & Gifted Endorsement

Earn your TAG endorsement through the University of Iowa with flexible online and on-campus options.

Graduate Certificate in Talent Development

A 14 semester-hour certificate program that can be completed 100% online.

Resources

Stay connected with the Belin-Blank Center through our listserv for educators. Subscribe to receive updates on professional learning opportunities, research publications, and resources for gifted education.

Email educators@belinblank.org to join the listserv.