Exploring Critical Issues in Gifted Education: A Case Studies Approach

by Christine L. Weber, Wendy A. Behrens, Cecelia Boswell

In order to better prepare educators to work with gifted and talented students, Exploring Critical Issues in Gifted Education: A Case Studies Approach presents problem-based learning scenarios that explore authentic situations found in K-12 classrooms. The scenarios can be read and discussed in a short amount of time, allow the reader to gain greater understanding through empathy, require an analysis of multiple perspectives, and support the standards of excellence set forth in the 2010 NAGC Pre-K-Grade 12 Gifted Education Programming Standards. Using the cases in the book, educators will gain the insight needed to improve the identification of and services for gifted and talented students in light of these standards.

Genres: Education

180 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2013

Reviews

[Jackie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Exploring Critical Issues in Gifted Education is a fascinating resource book for all of those affiliated with any sort of education of young people. The issues surrounding gifted and talented children are unique in some ways and hold common ground with their peers in others. The case studies in the book give a diverse perspective to the many attributes, qualities, and identity of these children. Each case study was informative and valuable in its own way.

Includes discussion questions, activities, extensions, and additional readings for the case studies. Also includes tools, charts, and worksheets to guide and accompany independent study and work.

Thank you to LibraryThing, Prufrock Press Inc., Christine L. Weber, Ph.D., Cecelia Buswell & Wendy A. Behrens for this ARC copy.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly recommend this book as a tool for rich discussions about appropriate programs, services and classroom strategies for gifted students. If used well, it can be a tool for exploring situations and solutions before they arise! A wide variety of student needs, school programs and limitations, and diverse learning environments and students are explored, allowing for educators to broaden their thinking and "toolkit" of ways they might both recognize and support gifted learners.