EDUC 615 - Understanding the AIG Learner

3 Hour(s)

This course provides an introduction to gifted education and the characteristics, identification and special needs of AIG students, including: state and federal definitions and regulations; identification of gifted students; social and emotional needs of gifted students; and special populations of gifted students. Candidates will analyze the dynamics of giftedness and the unique educational needs of this population. Teachers will learn to integrate and apply this knowledge base within a classroom setting and to become advocates for appropriate gifted education policies and procedures.