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The Role of Preschool Teachers in Working with Gifted Children
By Marija Saric Drnas and Stasa Kukulj University of Zagreb Early educational experiences form the foundation for establishing future academic success (Barnett, 2008). However, preschool upbringing and education of the gifted is the most neglected area in the field of education (Kokkalia et al., 2016). Spotting gifted children in the preschool period and implementing the…
Diverse Picturebooks for Diverse Gifted Students
Dr. Myra Garces Bacsal is a clinical psychologist by training specializing in the social and emotional functioning of gifted and talented students. In recent years you have worked as a lecturer for teachers: for 11 years in Singapore and for four years in the United Arab Emirates. She has worked as a Program Leader for…
Social and Emotional Needs and Competencies of Gifted Students
by Anabela Caetano Santos, Celeste Simões, Paula Lebre, Margarida Santos e Eunice Freitas Social and emotional competencies (SECs) include, but are not necessarily limited to, effectively recognising and regulating our emotions, solving problems, making ethical and responsible decisions, setting and attaining goals, and establishing caring and positive relationships with others while avoiding maladaptive behaviours (Weissberg…
The Importance of Teacher Creativity in Teaching Gifted Students
By Radu Ana Maria - Phd. Student - West University of Timișoara, Romania Research assistant/ Clinical Psychologist - The Collective of Scientific Research in Neurosciences, "Doctor Gheorghe Preda" Psychiatric Hospital - Sibiu, Romania Gifted students are not necessarily only characterised by impressive academic performances. While giftedness is regularly associated with educational accomplishments, it is important…
