Education of the Gifted and Talented

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Pearson/A and B, 2004 - Education - 534 pages

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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Contents

Assessment of Gardners Eight or Nine Intelligences
96
Teacher Nomination Form
108
ACCELERATION
118
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