Assessment and Instructional Methods for Gifted and Talented Students: 3 semester hours

Catalog description

This course covers a broad spectrum of diverse disabilities, challenges, gifts, and talents. The course is an overview of the intellectual and developmental characteristics of the gifted and talented as well as an introduction to identification techniques, instructional approaches, educational programs, and special services. The course focuses on classroom educational practices designed to meet the unique needs of gifted and talented students. Historical, legal, and conceptual foundations of gifted education are examined as well as current research relevant to the education of gifted learners. Prerequisites: SPED 5326 or SPED 5263.