Fundamentals of Gifted Education: Considering Multiple Perspectives

Book Title: Gifted Education: A Practical Guide for Educators and Parents
Author: Callahan, Carolyn M.
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Edition: 1
Binding: Paperback
Format: Import
Number of Pages: 504
Release Date: 23-07-2012
EAN: 9780415881517
Languages: English

Details:
The field of gifted education is characterized by a confusing array of perspectives concerning such fundamental issues as definition, philosophy, curriculum, social and emotional development, and underserved populations. The mission of this book is to provide a coherent framework that instructors and service providers can use in planning effective programs, providing appropriate counseling services, and evaluating programs for the gifted. Most sections are organized around fundamental issues confronting the field and follow a common structure: an introductory chapter that provides historical and theoretical background and organizing questions followed by several point-of-view chapters written by experts that provide varied perspectives on the topic at hand.

Distinguishing Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage – The book’s forty-five manageable-length chapters cover the full range of topics that must be considered in planning programs and services for gifted students both within and outside of school.

• Coherent Structure – Section introductions provide background information and organizing questions to guide chapter authors who provide varying views of the issue at hand. The emphasis is not on the "right way" or the "wrong way" (except when clearly documented bad practice is discussed), but on how best practice stems from well-informed and logical decision-making.

• Decision-Making Focus – The book’s introductory chapter addresses the need for a clearly developed and consistently applied set of values to guide decision-making. Likewise, each section introduction includes a decision-making framework regarding some aspect of educating, counseling, or parenting gifted students.

This book is appropriate for introductory-level courses in gifted education or courses in program development and planning. It is also suitable for school personnel responsible for making practical decisions in gifted education.