The manual addresses elements needed to provide an appropriate education for gifted students in North Carolina. Eleven components are considered: administrative support and responsibility (program design, utilization of resources); definition and identification (screening); assessment of student needs (group and individual needs); written plans…

Results of a survey of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the Department of Defense Dependent Schools on the status of gifted/talented (G/T) programs are summarized. Charts depict the number of pupils in G/T programs, ranking among states, the percentage of public school enrollment and ranking, and the total state fund figures for G/T…

A model summer program for developmentally advanced preschoolers is described, including identification procedures, staffing, and curriculum. An open classroom approach was utilized with art, music, dance, and drama activities to encourage creative growth; reading, math, and science taught in an exploratory way for those children ready for…

The directory provides contact information on special education teacher preparation programs in the 50 states and the District of Columbia, and descriptive information on the levels and areas of preparation offered by most of these programs. Limited information is provided on programs which prepare special education supervisors or administrators…

An approach (the "orientation seminar") is described to help gifted students understand their abilities and learn to act effectively in future social and academic situations. The seminar consists of nine sessions to be used in sequence with the following topics: (1) pre-measures of self-concept, attitudes, myths and realities, (2) orientation to…

Studies gifted fifth and sixth grade students to determine whether their scores differ on measures of verbal productivity after placement in three different programs. No significant differences were reported. (HMV)

Paper presented at the International Seminar on Experimental Research in Music Education (University of Reading, Reading, England, July 9-16, 1968).

Issues in student placement, particularly of economically disadvantaged gifted students, are addressed. After a brief review of the legislative history of efforts to identify and serve this population, the conceptual framework of two diverse theoretical positions, decision theory and justice as fairness, is examined. Decision theory is considered…

The "mini-unit" focuses on the hobby of antiques and collectibles for gifted students. Among 10 objectives listed for the unit are to exhibit elaboration of ideas, use visual imagery, and learn social courtesies by working with older people in the community. Activities emphasize brainstorming, writing, conducting interviews, going on…

The presentation reviews research on the status of special educational programs for gifted and talented students in Taiwan. The effects of special class settings on gifted students' anxiety levels as well as on their self concept are considered. The author suggests that the studies cited do not demonstrate negative effects of special classes:…

Creative arts programing for gifted and talented elementary students has incorporated academics (ecology, mathematics, history, genealogy, computer science, and independent research) into activities such as puppetry, creative drama, storytelling, dance, music, pottery, and poetry. The arts classes have been popular with students, parents,…

Several definitions of giftedness have been used to identify culturally different gifted children. Traditional notions of giftedness have focused on high degrees of intellectual ability, special talent, or innate ability in a particular area. A more liberal definition would include any children identified by professionally qualified persons who,…

Intended to provide teachers with information about research in creativity, the book reviews practical considerations involved in the education of gifted and talented children. The first section analyzes difficulties and issues in defining creativity, including a review of models of creative thinking. The second chapter briefly reviews…

This paper briefly summarizes four years of research on career decisions in a large sample (997) of high-ability women. The research focused on career choice and career choice change in these young women during the time when these decisions were being made. A variety of background questions were included in the survey instrument, including family…

Characteristics of young gifted children are set forth and discussed are implications for sex education. Indicators of extraordinary ability are listed for parents and professionals; and motivational, creativity, leadership, and psychosocial characteristics are described. Also reviewed are possible problems (such as gullibility, stubborness, and…