How can high potential in childhood be transformed into outstanding adult accomplishment? Research indicates that individuals who become outstanding performers and producers have more than just raw talent in the domain or opportunities to develop their talent--they have the will, drive, and focus to take advantage of the opportunities with which…

No two artists think and feel alike or take the same path in their development as an artist. This also is true of children as they begin their artistic journey. For artists of any age, the passion that ignites and fuels the development of requisite skills defines a personal map of uncharted territories. Significant influences on the making of an…

The dissertation examines approaches to the development of artistically gifted students. Benjamin West's life is used to depict self-training and Thomas Eakins's life to illustrate development through a mentor approach. Evaluation of definitional and identification issues is examined along with changes in educational options for artistically…

The article describes a program at a special school for retarded and otherwise handicapped children in Japan which stresses development of artistic talents. The children's work has been the subject of an exhibition in Paris. (Author/DB)

This panel interview from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute focuses on motivational techniques for use with talented visual arts students. A debate arises concerning freedom and structure in the learning experience. Physical spaces for study and the education of music and art students together are discussed. (PB)

This panel paper includes discussions from professional artists on pivotal stages and forces in their artistic and career development. Factors identified and recommended for emphasis in curriculum development are motivation, confidence, discipline, basic skills, structure, and studying with gifted teachers. Numerous possible roles for the art…

This panel interview from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute finds Enid Zimmerman and Gilbert Clark reporting on their recent research about screening and educating artistically talented students. The role of prepared portfolios in student evaluation is discussed and commentary from other members of the panel included. (PB)

This discussion from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute finds panelists considering screening methods for arts students, including portfolio preparation, site-specific creation of art work, and batteries of tests and tasks. Procedures used at the Israel academy, developmental processes in creative students, and differences in student…

Describes the use of process-folios with students who are gifted in the visual arts, for assessing student needs, identifying advanced ability, developing specific programming, and evaluating programs. Discusses factors that should be considered to ensure accurate assessment when implementing process-folios and activities for creating the…

This panel interview from the Indiana University Summer Arts Institute contrasts notions about a traditional Bauhaus foundation with a flexible, organic curriculum model. Directed instruction is also compared to problem-solving approaches. Peer teaching, science for art majors, and art for science majors are also discussed. (Author/PB)

The program description and curriculum for Art Partners, a Cranford, New Jersey, after-school program to meet the needs of artistically talented children in grades 3-6, are provided. The program description includes information on: a suggested sequence of activities for 38 sessions, program organization, the artist-in-residence component, area art…

Describes a three-week interdisciplinary summer workshop in visual arts, drama, and creative writing for talented middle school students. Regular faculty and community artists taught poetry, theater arts, batiking methods, watercolor painting, and ceramics. An evening showcase presentation for parents and friends concluded the program. (LS)

This theme issue on talent development in students who are gifted or have special talents contains several feature articles, editorials, and a calendar of events. Articles have the following titles and authors: "Talent Development in Education" (John F. Feldhusen) proposes four domains for fostering talent in all youth:…

This book is a compilation of year-long thematic curriculum units developed and taught by teachers participating in the third Indiana University Artistically Talented Program (ATP). Units for artistically gifted and talented students, grade 4-12, are developed along guidelines which require that they: focus on complex ideas; use themes as…