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Download full textDryden, Julia I.; Gallagher, Shelagh A. – 1988
This paper was prepared as an introduction to the proceedings of a 1988 Conference on Academic Talent. The paper summarizes current National Science Foundation (NSF) policy in regard to the development of new science and mathematics curricula and describes the work of the Duke University Talent Identification Program in its efforts to reach and…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Policy
Dreyden, Julia I., Ed.; And Others – 1988
An introductory chapter, "Contemporary Issues in Gifted Education" by Julia Dreyden and Shelagh Gallagher, summarizes National Science Foundation policy concerning development of new science and mathematics curricula and the work of the Talent Identification Program. Major conference papers and responses are then presented: "Developing Academic…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Curriculum Development, Databases, Educational Policy
Peer reviewedReis, Sally M.; Purcell, Jeanne H. – Journal for the Education of the Gifted, 1993
This study examined effects of three increasing levels of curriculum compacting on the instructional practices of 470 elementary school teachers with gifted students in regular classes. Teachers were able to eliminate between 24% and 70% of the curriculum across content areas for more capable students but required assistance in designing…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Practices, Elementary Education, Enrichment Activities
Hartley, Elizabeth Ann – 1986
This paper illuminates the physiological, socio-cultural, and linguistic obstacles which occur due to the interaction between American Indian cultures and the Anglo educational system and which make the identification of gifted and talented American Indian children difficult. It demonstrates the need for more culturally appropriate ways of…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Access to Education, American Indian Culture, American Indian Education
