Survey of the field of education of the gifted. Deals with definition, identification, characteristics, programming, materials and evaluation of gifted students. Analysis and application of current research findings to the selection, construction, utilization, evaluation, and implementation of science instructional materials. Instructional strategies for achieving inquiry oriented objectives. Selection of learning materials conducive to inquiry learning.
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Study of recent research in literary learning, emphasizing interpretation, critical analysis, and application of research for the improvement of instruction. Return to Program Requirement. Theoretical bases for reading instruction, from cognitive to social-cultural processes as they relate to the teaching of reading. Return to Program Requirement. Evaluation of literacy learning using authentic assessments, standardized tests, observations and portfolios.