The effects of rate repetition, self-generated visualization, and supplied visuals on the memorization of concrete noun-word pairs were investigated using 27 gifted children in grades four to six. The hypothesis that self-generated imagery techniques would be superior to supplied visuals was not supported. (Author/PN)

The Multidimensional-Multiattributional Causality Scale (MMCS) was administered to 74 academically gifted high school students. Data analysis supported the factorial validity of the MMCS. However, several limitations of the scale are discussed. (Author/PN)

A special science program for gifted children keeps them interested through hands-on experience and the enthusiasm generated by a teacher's love for her subject and her students. (Author/SK)

Concludes that the reading interests of gifted intermediate grade students do not differ greatly from those of children in general, with most preferring mystery, adventure, and fantasy materials. (FL)

A summary of papers delivered at a 1981 conference on gifted children and their contemporaries addresses such issues as trends and problems in British gifted education, parental expectations of the system, areas of policy considerations, problems in modern language instruction and science education, and the role of fathers. (CL)

Annotates journal articles, ERIC documents, and books that provide ideas and activities for classroom teachers and supervisors who want to improve reading instruction for gifted students. (FL)

The author, the mother of a gifted child, recounts her experiences in coming to understand her daughter's needs and in assessing the ability of the public and private systems of formal education to contribute to her development. (SW)

The mentoring model, in which an "expert" develops an in-depth, sharing relationship with a student, is highly appropriate for gifted students who manifest strong performance discrepancies in academic areas, whose interpersonal peer relationships are weak, who suffer from a physical or emotional handicap, or are talented in nontraditional areas.…

Examines how children with special needs can best be identified and categorized without "labeling" them and discusses proven procedures or strategies for use with children who need special or diverse reading instruction. (GC)

Describes an introductory course in exceptional child education which provides college students with an overview of the various intellectual and physical handicaps and giftedness. Professionals actively engaged in working with exceptional persons, parents, and/or handicapped persons share their experiences with the class. Programs proved…

Recognizing the challenges of the future and the great diversity found among students, especially among the gifted, we should design educational opportunities to prepare individuals to contribute to their world. As long as adequate assistance is offered and unwarranted pressures are checked, the gifted will optimize their abilities. (Author/SJL)

Summarizes some of the major contrasts between talent development and elementary secondary schooling revealed from studying the learning and developmental processes of talented pianists, swimmers, and mathematicians. Interviews were conducted with approximately 25 individuals in each field, their parents, and some of their outstanding teachers.…

Enumerates characteristics of the physics curriculum at a high school designed for gifted students in science. Details areas of concern, observed changes, and particular management strategies in teaching physics to a very large number of students. (CS)

A model performing arts program (The Arts from the Inside Out) for gifted and talented elementary students at the Robert Blair Pollock Elementary School in Philadelphia (PA), provides children with first-hand backstage experience with opera, music, dance, drama, filmmaking, and architecture. (CL)

The imaginative use of resource persons, field trips, and mentor arrangements by regular and special education teachers can be highly effective in stimulating gifted students' interest in school and commitment to learning. (Author/SB)