Gifted


One major concern with regard to the identification of ADHD is that is can be misdiagnosed in place of giftedness. I’ll write another time on literature on this topic. However, a good friend of mine, Dr. Ian McCabe, is involved in research in the field and you like to hear […]

ADHD vs Giftedness





Aims of this module: 1.To present classroom strategies that include gifted students in the classroom; 2.To present some classroom teaching strategies. Outcomes: At the end of this module, you will be able to, 1.Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of positive regard for gifted pupils; 2. State examples of how classroom strategies can […]

Module 8: Classroom Strategies













Aims of this module: 1. To present different definitions of giftedness; 2. To distinguish between different definitions; 3. To highlight Cross and Coleman's School-based Conception of Giftedness. Outcomes: At the end of this module, you will be able to, 1. Identify key differences in definitions of giftedness; 2. Identify the definition of giftedness used in Ireland. […]

Module 2: Definitions of Giftedness