Presents a set of 22 sequentially structured statements on the nature and origin of human abilities, gifts, and talents. The statements are grouped into three sections: the nature of human abilities, individual differences and their origins, and the specific case of gifts and talents. (Author/CR)

This paper argues that the search for and development of talent in science and mathematics must not be so circumscribed that every young person found with that talent be captured for science and mathematics careers. Talented youth should also be prepared for broader roles in the betterment of society. Leadership needs to be strengthened, in the…

Research findings at the Center for the Study of Higher Education, University of California, Berkeley, reveal that adequate data for meaningful research on talented women are unavailable. The findings also imply that (1) the most talented and creative college women apparently leave colleges in which they first enrolled before the end of four…

Discusses a scheme for looking at individual children who appear to have exceptional needs and considering how best these needs can be met. The author, the chief inspector of the Surrey County Council, uses the progress in Surrey as example. (Author/RK)

Poland's system for identifying and developing talent in its youth is described, including the experimental flexible curriculum that is now being extended to all students. (MSE)

Educators, by making aspects of school other than academic achievement desirable, can motivate children to achieve in diverse areas. We need not, and we must not, limit the feeling of school success to the top two-percenters in academic accomplishment. (Author)

Discusses the need for development of female talent in China and examines the issues involved in this approach relative to trends in society. Calls for the initiating of female talent studies both as a means of revealing the laws governing the development of talented women and in creating theories to guide actions. (KO)

Describes the fierce competition and the selection process involved in gaining entrance into the Republic of Singapore's Art Elective Program. Discusses this curriculum's enriched and accelerated art program in which students gain a broader education and outlook. Activities include a live-in camp and an overseas trip for secondary students. (KO)

Talent searches are discussed in this journal theme issue, with two feature articles and several recurring columns. "Talent Search: A Driving Force in Gifted Education," by Paula Olszewski-Kubilius, defines what a talent search is, how the Talent Search was developed by Dr. Julian Stanley at Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, the…

The identification of the gifted mathematics student is discussed along with the fostering of talent within a mixed-ability framework. (MN)

The nature of visual giftedness is often misunderstood. Although skillful, accurate rendering and effective use of art media are commonly observed characteristics, talent also can draw upon intellect, creativity, and personal attitudes and traits which, if neglected, can keep a child from realizing artistic potential. This guide provides basic…

Describes the Eureka cross-cultural model that is designed to assist in identification of hidden potential in the visual arts and sciences through the process of enrichment among elementary children from different socioeconomic or cultural backgrounds in Israel. Positive findings from a longitudinal study of the program are discussed. (CR)

Discusses the outcomes of the Fullerton Study, a continuing longitudinal research project that is investigating the differences between 107 gifted (n=20) and typical preschool children. Results of the study highlight the importance of early identification and programming for gifted children. Characteristics of the gifted children and parental…

This panel interview from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute finds Enid Zimmerman and Gilbert Clark reporting on their recent research about screening and educating artistically talented students. The role of prepared portfolios in student evaluation is discussed and commentary from other members of the panel included. (PB)

This discussion from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute finds panelists considering screening methods for arts students, including portfolio preparation, site-specific creation of art work, and batteries of tests and tasks. Procedures used at the Israel academy, developmental processes in creative students, and differences in student…