Advanced Studies in Gifted Education (12 points)
(EDU)
Leader: Ms L Kronborg
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Evening)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Evening)
Synopsis:
Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to describe the nature of specific talents and procedures to identify them; be aware of the differing views of creativity and its assessment; be able to apply the process for developing a mentoring program; have an understanding of the needs, identification procedures and development of young (pre-school) gifted children; have an understanding of the needs and development of prodigies and children with exceptionally high intellectual potential; have an understanding of gifted children with learning disabilities in relation to their needs, assessment and appropriate programming procedures; be able to identify gifted girls and have an understanding of their needs in order for them to realise their potential; have an understanding of key issues in addressing the needs of gifted children with sensory or physical disabilities; be able to identify and cater for the needs of gifted under achievers; have an understanding of leadership development for the gifted; have an understanding of the social and emotional development of gifted children and strategies to support their individual needs.
Assessment: A triple-entry notebook (recorded summaries and reflections on assigned readings) (4000 words): 35% + Individual project/seminar paper (2500 words): 55% + Class presentation of Gifted project: 10%
Contact Hours: 3 hours per week
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