Introduction to Gifted Education
Overview of Introduction to Gifted Education
In this engaging and interactive book, Dr. Lyman provides a comprehensive guide to understanding gifted students, their unique characteristics, and how educators can effectively identify and support them in the classroom.
Dr. Lyman introduces the concept of giftedness, the importance of recognizing and nurturing gifted students, and the challenges in doing so.
- Chapter 1: Characteristics and Varying Conceptions of Giftedness – Explores different definitions of giftedness, including cognitive, creative, and social aspects, while addressing the debate over what it truly means to be gifted.
- Chapter 2: Identification of Gifted Students – Discusses methods for identifying gifted students, including standardized testing, teacher recommendations, and alternative assessments, while considering the limitations of traditional identification processes.
- Chapter 3: Social-Emotional Needs of Gifted Students – Examines the unique emotional and psychological challenges gifted students face, such as perfectionism, asynchronous development, and social isolation, and provides strategies for supporting their well-being.
- Chapter 4: Twice Exceptional Students: Neurodiversity and Exceptionality in Gifted Students – Highlights the experiences of “twice-exceptional” (2e) students, who are both gifted and have disabilities, such as ADHD, autism, or dyslexia, and explores ways to support their dual needs.
- Chapter 5: CLED: Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted Students – Addresses the underrepresentation of culturally and linguistically diverse (CLED) students in gifted programs, examining barriers to identification and best practices for inclusive gifted education.
- Chapter 6: Classroom Strategies for Working with Gifted Students – Provides practical strategies for differentiating instruction, fostering creativity, encouraging critical thinking, and creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for gifted students.
This book serves as a valuable resource for educators, parents, and policymakers seeking to better understand and support gifted students in diverse educational settings. Available as an interactive ebook or in print.
Author bio: Dr. RubyDawn Lyman is a dedicated and compassionate educator with over 20 years of experience teaching students across all levels, from elementary and middle school to college and graduate school. As a college professor, she brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to working with diverse learners, particularly gifted individuals.
Her passion for gifted education is both professional and personal—she is the proud mother of four gifted sons, giving her unique insight into the joys and challenges of nurturing gifted children. In addition to her work in the classroom, she is an experienced presenter, speaker, and mentor, regularly coaching educators and parents on best practices for identifying and supporting gifted students.
With a deep commitment to creating enriching and inclusive learning environments, Dr. Lyman strives to empower both students and educators through research-based strategies, advocacy, and heartfelt guidance.