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Trafton, Paul – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
Several areas of concern are noted in the emerging national movement toward programs for mathematically gifted students. Four areas of current needs that could be better addressed which would greatly expedite current efforts are noted. (MP)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Curriculum Development, Gifted, Mathematics Curriculum
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Payne, Joseph – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
Suggestions for designing a mathematics curriculum for academically gifted students are presented. The ideas for program design are divided into three areas: content, process, and acceleration. (MP)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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House, Peggy – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
Typical educational alternatives for gifted students offered at the district or regional level are presented. Among the approaches described are special schools, magnet schools, summer programs, learning centers, and special classes. (MP)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted
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Richbart, Lynn A. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980
Factors to be considered in setting up, administering, and evaluating a remedial mathematics program are covered. (MP)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Evaluation, Mathematics Curriculum
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Hendrickson, A. Dean – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
A brief description is presented of a curriculum offered in one school system that applies much of the available research on how children learn. Materials used, goals for instruction, concepts emphasized, and intellectual processes engaged in each of grades kindergarten through third are noted. (MP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
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Shufelt, Gwen – Arithmetic Teacher, 1981
The programs provided for mathematically gifted students are divided into two categories, labeled enrichment and acceleration. These two types of programs are discussed and the basic forms of instructional patterns are presented, along with the pros and cons associated with each. (MP)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Acceleration, Curriculum Development, Enrichment