May be repeated up to 6 credit hours. Organized, supervised experiences with gifted children. Specific experiences may be either a combination of observation and assistance with gifted children or individualized projects. Explores changing views of intelligence and talent development related to policy and practice in identification and programming. A focus on formal and informal applications will include educational programs, curriculum, and strategies.
Emphasis is on theories, issues, trends, and philosophy of problems for such children.
Specialized independent study determined by student's needs and interests. May be repeated up to 3 credit hours when subjects vary. To extend competency in teaching field. Supervised field experiences in assessment, behavior management and clinical teaching with classes for children who have specific learning disabilities. Repeatable up to a total of 6 hours.