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EDPSY 520 |
Introduction to the Gifted & Talented Students
Overview of the history and philosophy of gifted education. Topics include special populations of gifted students; definitions, characteristics, and identification procedures of the gifted and talented; and educational programming issues. For more information on this course contact Dr. Felicia Dixon, 765-285-8523. |
Two week workshop 1st Summer Session June 2 - June 13 M-F |
EDPSY 696 |
Practicum in Gifted Education Teaching and other laboratory experiences with gifted and talented children in public and private schools or other educational settings under the supervision of local professional and college supervisors. For more information on this course contact Dr. Felicia Dixon, 765-285-8523. |
1 week workshop, plus extended project Summer Semester June 09 - June 13 M-F |
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Models and Strategies in Gifted Education This course is designed to introduce you to the process of modifying, constructing, and evaluating programs and curriculum for gifted learners in your classroom. It will also assist you in developing a repertoire of instruction methods and strategies for this purpose. To that end, the course will address both theoretical background and practical implications for dealing with differentiation of curriculum for gifted learners in a variety of settings. Instructor: Dr. Cheryll Adams |
Two week workshop 2nd Summer Session June 16 - June 27 M-F |
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Development of Creative Thinking Theories and Strategies for fostering the creative self and developing creative thinking. Analyzes the effects of personality characteristics and of various biological, cognitive, motivational and environmental conditions on the development of the creative behavior. For the Internet sections: Internet and e-mail access are prerequisites. Instructor: Dr. Kristie Speirs Neumeister |
1st Summer Session June 2 - June 13 2nd Summer Session June 16 - July 18 |
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Identification and Evaluation of Gifted and Talented Students Explores in-depth past and current practices of identifying gifted students. Topics also include measurements and assessment issues implicit in their identification process of gifted students and their programs. One of the requirements for the gifted and talented license. Instructor: Dr. Cheryll Adams |
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Investigating the Social and Emotional Needs of gifted Students This internet based course explores the theories that explain the social and emotional experiences of gifted children and adolescents. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the lived experiences of gifted children, as well as, interventions and curricular strategies that can be employed within various educational environments. For the Internet sections: Internet and e-mail access are prerequisites. Instructor: Dr. Kristie Speirs Neumeister |
2nd Summer Session June 16 - July 18 |






