ED 623 : ADVANCED STUDIES OF GIFTED LEARNERS

Delving further into the characteristics and educational needs of gifted learners, this course explores a variety of curricular and instructional strategies that aim to strengthen abilities and increase opportunities regarding accommodation of accelerated learning aptitudes in the mixed-ability classroom. Advocacy skills, giftedness identification, holistic assessment, curriculum differentiation, alternative programs, and appropriate services are emphasized. Fundamental principles of effective program planning and evaluation are stressed, specifically those theories and methodologies designed to broaden understandings of giftedness and gifted education.