The Effects of Peers on the Academic and Creative Talent Development of a Gifted Adolescent Male.

Lee, Seon-Young

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ERIC Number: EJ655533

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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The Effects of Peers on the Academic and Creative Talent Development of a Gifted Adolescent Male.

Lee, Seon-Young

Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, v14 n1 p19-29 Fall 2002

This case study examined relationships between Chris, a 12-year-old talented male, and 5 peers. Chris's peers had favorable influences on his academic and creative talent development in four areas: competition, support, motivation, and role modeling. He identified strongly with one of his peers in becoming a rock star. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Career Choice, Case Studies, Competition, Identification (Psychology), Musicians, Peer Influence, Peer Relationship, Role Models, Secondary Education, Social Support Groups, Student Motivation, Talent, Talent Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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