EDF6610

The Psychology of the Gifted Child (12 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Ms L Kronborg

Offered:
Not offered in 2003.

Synopsis: Psychological aspects of the development and functioning of gifted and talented children and adolescents. Topics include talent development and self-actualisation and the interplay between creativity, thinking skills and the structure of intelligence. Other issues deal with procedures for counselling gifted students and their families.

Assessment: A triple-entry notebook to record summaries and reflections on assigned readings (4000 words): 45% + Individual project/paper (2500 words): 55%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week