The author cites experts on the nature of right hemisphere imagery, the vehicle through which incubation (the second component of creativity) produces creativity, and explores conditions under which imagery occurs. A summarization of the incubation process is provided. (PHR)

A program model for use in gifted classrooms focuses on achieving altered states of consciousnes in order to further develop the natural talents of children. (PHR)

The article presents research reports on the nature of creativity, including such elements as its characteristics; the function of the affective gatekeeper (which filters the "reality" perceived by each individual); the constructs of perception; and the functions of role playing, altered states of consciousness, and fantasy. (PHR)

The article discusses a study of the effects of adolescence on gifted students, in which 500 adolescents were surveyed on self-awareness of internal changes and behavior. (PHR)

Typical characteristics of gifted children are outlined, and suggestions are made for encouraging and increasing their strengths. (JD)

A high school English teacher explains the use of a programed text in Latin to enable students in her gifted classes to unlock the meaning of many English words through a knowledge of their Latin origins. (PHR)

The study provided recommendations for teacher preparation in gifted education to directors of in-service and university training programs based on the responses of 1,220 kindergarten through twelfth grade educators to a modified Likert attitude scale regarding gifted identification, programing, behavioral characteristics and teacher…

The study attempted to determine which of the 449 public school districts in the State of Iowa have programs for gifted elementary children, or are planning programs, and what factors in planning/implementing such programs seem of most importance. (Author)

Predictions were obtained from 36 regular classroom teachers on the videotaped performance of a child labeled either as gifted, normal, or educable mentally retarded. A significant interaction between label and length of exposure was indicated. (CL)

The article describes some of the self-concept needs of gifted Black students and presents a model for helping Black secondary students develop positive self-concepts. (CL)

The educational needs of teachers of the gifted are considered, and in-service approaches are discussed. The role of university graduate programs in renewal education for teachers involved with gifted students is examined. (CL)

Guidelines in value clarification are offered to help the teacher of gifted students increase self-knowledge through prizing, choosing, and acting. Questions for the teacher as well as a sample lesson plan are provided. (CL)

The article focuses on educational acceleration as one means of providing for gifted children. The Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth (SMPY) is explained to allow for individual differences and to be resolutely interventional, longitudinal, and accelerative. (PHR)

Develops a definition of giftedness. Presents three traits of giftedness: above average ability, creativity, and task commitment. The definition includes an interaction among those three traits. (MA)

Suggests science programs that are based on gifted students' individual patterns, abilities, and interests. Briefly discusses problems encountered by scientifically gifted girls. (MA)