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Title: Education of the Gifted and Talented
Publisher: Pearson Education, Limited
Publication Date: 2003
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0205388507
ISBN 13: 9780205388509
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 5th.
Condition: Good
Weight: 2.236 pounds

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This comprehensive book, presents the best ideas and practices in the field of gifted education and is approved by the National Association for Gifted Children. After a brief overview of current issues in the field, Education of the Gifted and Talented discusses the characteristics of gifted students, from the problem of underachievement to the challenges of parenting and the understanding and counseling of gifted children. The authors address crucial topics in the field, including strategies for identifying gifted students, considerations in planning a sound gifted & talented program, and the evaluation of gifted programs. Special education teachers and parents.

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This practical resource presents the best ideas and practices in the field of gifted education. From planning a sound gifted and talented program to the evaluation of a program, this leading text explores contemporary program models, problems of minority, disabled, and female gifted students. Chapters on creativity and teaching thinking skills—two concepts central to gifted education—help the reader understand creative students, creative processes, and how to foster high levels of creative thinking (Chs. 10 & 11).

“(Education of the Gifted and Talented, 4/e) is current and accurate. Couldn't ask for a better text.”
Michael F. Shaughnessy, Eastern New Mexico University

“The authors have mastered the fine art (of) writing in an interesting and intellectually challenging manner: no small feat...I love this book!”
Amy P. Dietrich, The University of Memphis

“The comprehensiveness of the coverage for an introductory text is a major strength.”
Sally M. Reis, University of Connecticut

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