Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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EDUC 670 - Understanding the Nature and the Needs of Gifted and Talented Learners


(3 hours) This course is intended to introduce candidates to the major topics regarding the specialized nature of gifted and talented students along with the unique educational needs of the gifted learner. The major definitions, concepts, theories and theorists will be explored as well as the history of gifted and talented education. The course will also introduce differentiation of instruction and of curriculum to meet the needs of the gifted and talented learner. The course forms a firm foundation upon which candidates will develop a working knowledge of identifying the unique needs of gifted and talented students, as well as developing methods to better meet these needs. Furthermore, candidates will use the South Carolina State Board of Education Gifted and Talented Regulations, 43-220, 2013 to frame the education of gifted and talented learners.



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