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Chan, David W. – Gifted Child Quarterly, 2010
Data of item responses to the Impossible Figures Task (IFT) from 492 Chinese primary, secondary, and university students were analyzed using the dichotomous Rasch measurement model. Item difficulty estimates and person ability estimates located on the same logit scale revealed that the pooled sample of Chinese students, who were relatively highly…
Descriptors: Test Items, Adaptive Testing, Scaling, Talent Identification
Bonner, Fred A., II; Lewis, Chance W.; Bowman-Perrott, Lisa; Hill-Jackson, Valerie; James, Marlon – Journal for the Education of the Gifted, 2009
This article focuses on the underrepresentation of African American males in gifted and talented programs, and offers a number of key recommendations to practitioners and researchers who seek viable strategies to circumvent this problem. Beyond the focus on underrepresentation, several additional topics for discussion are excogitated to provide a…
Descriptors: Gifted, Disproportionate Representation, Males, Identification
Gagne, Francoys – Gifted Child Quarterly, 2007
This article describes a set of 10 positively stated commandments designed to guide professionals responsible for the academic talent development of K-12 students. The first four target identification procedures, the "who" of talent development; they ensue directly from the conceptual framework of my Differentiated Model of Giftedness and Talent.…
Descriptors: Gifted, Elementary Secondary Education, Talent, Talent Development
Koshy, Valsa; Welham, Cathryn – Perspectives in Education, 2008
This article presents the findings of a set of Action Research projects carried out by practitioners in 14 Local Education Districts in collaboration with a team of university tutors over a period of three years. The aim of the project was to explore ways of nurturing the gifts and talents of children aged 4-7 years. The project was funded by the…
Descriptors: Gifted, Talent, Young Children, Action Research

Schlichter, Carol L. – Roeper Review, 1979
The multiple talent approach is a system for helping teachers identify and develop multiple talents in elementary grade students, including talents in the areas of productive thinking, forecasting, communication, planning, and decisionmaking as well as in the academic areas. (SBH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Gifted, Talent, Talent Development

Ellis, Normandi – Childhood Education, 1988
Suggests ways of encouraging young children to write that are preferable to forcing them to try to have their work professionally published. Points out negative aspects of young children writing for publication, and offers more constructive alternatives. (SKC)
Descriptors: Children, Comparative Analysis, Creative Writing, Elementary Education
Buckholtz, Marjorie Weidenfeld – American Education, 1980
Piccolo Spoleto is the youth outreach arm of Charleston's annual international culture festival; it seeks to involve young performers and young audiences in the performing arts. (SK)
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Cultural Enrichment, Fine Arts, Outreach Programs
Barbe, Walter – G/C/T, 1978
The article offers advice to parents and teachers of gifted children on how to respond to their giftedness in such a way as to promote the child's acceptance and proper utilization of the gift. (DLS)
Descriptors: Child Development, Definitions, Gifted, Parent Influence

Feldhusen, John F.; Wood, Betty K. – Gifted Child Today Magazine, 1997
Discusses the need for gifted and talented students to develop annual talent growth plans with the assistance of their counselors or program coordinators. Lists potential talent development services (such as mentorships, Odyssey of the Mind, and grade advancement), and describes the components of a sample growth plan used with approximately 600…
Descriptors: Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Individualized Education Programs

Thomas, Ronald B. – Music Educators Journal, 1990
Discusses the impact of technology on music education and its implications for curriculum development. Recommends a curriculum for the musically gifted based on aural skills, electronic instructional tools, and a skilled musician as instructor. Offers suggestions on how this curriculum can be implemented and expounds on the use of electronic…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted

Ehle, David A.; Burger, Pam – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
This paper describes an established model leadership talent development program based on a weekend retreat combining experiential and seminar components. The conception and evolution of the program is outlined, and key components contributing to its success are described. Follow-up activities in regular academic settings throughout the year are…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Leadership Training, Secondary Education, Seminars

Delisle, James R. – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
This paper calls for reconsideration of gifted education practices to expand acceptable definitions of "success" and allow students additional avenues to demonstrate their abilities. Suggestions for cultivating emotional talents in students including self-reflection, philosophy and its applications, and global perspectives on current events are…
Descriptors: Consciousness Raising, Educational Objectives, Gifted, Intelligence

Feldhusen, John F. – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
This paper combines Gardner's multiple intelligences theory with Bloom's conception of talent to provide a foundation for the practice of fostering students' specific talents as a primary goal of gifted education. Individualized personal and skills-based growth plans are seen as a medium for career-oriented education based on students' identified…
Descriptors: Creative Development, Individualized Instruction, Intelligence, Models

Enersen, Donna L. – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
Students (n=161) who attended high school summer science residencies at colleges were surveyed. Quotes from respondents are provided to illustrate the impact of the residency experience on their attitudes toward scientific work. Most participants reported at follow-up that they were studying or working in scientific fields, with no significant…
Descriptors: Gifted, High Schools, Science Education, Science Interests

Kolloff, Penny Britton – Journal of Secondary Gifted Education, 1994
This article provides examples of ways to implement an arts program consistent with a model of talent development for diverse groups of students. The process-oriented approach emphasizes role modeling and the necessity for teachers who can function as artists themselves. Tips for class structure, curriculum, and scheduling are also provided. (PB)
Descriptors: Art Education, Process Education, Role Models, Secondary Education