In this course, students will learn the characteristics and unique educational and affective needs of gifted individuals. Philosophical considerations, historical and societal perspectives, definitions and types of giftedness, incidence, and identification procedures will be addressed as well as impediments to the development of giftedness. Focus will also be given to cultural manifestations of giftedness, methods for increasing the representation of diverse cultures in gifted programs, and social and emotional issues related to giftedness.
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences