This course covers an overview of the characteristics of gifted and talented individuals. Definitions of intelligence and creativity are studied. The guidelines for identifying gifted children in Georgia are addressed. Field experience required. This course will enable the student to begin the development of a portfolio that could be submitted for National Board certification.
Teachers are committed to students and their learning.
Students will recognize individual differences and plan intervention accordingly, including multicultural backgrounds and special needs. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. Students will use knowledge of assessment to monitor students' academic, social, and physical progress consistently. It is the students' independent responsibility to search and use the most updated readings relevant to the topics or contents designed for this course in addition to those being recommended by the instructor. Verbally precocious youth present challenges for parents and teachers.