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The Development of the High Ability Child : Psychological Perspectives on Giftedness, Paperback / softback Book

The Development of the High Ability Child : Psychological Perspectives on Giftedness Paperback / softback

Edited by Erin M. Miller, Michael S. Matthews, Dante D. (Michigan State University, USA) Dixson

Paperback / softback

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This valuable text will help readers to understand the physical, social, and cognitive development of high ability children.

Written by experts in the fields of education and psychology, each chapter applies core principles of psychology to the development of gifted and talented children.

Through the content, readers will be shown how these children are like all children as well as the ways in which their development is unique.

Covering the psychology of learning and learners, personality differences, language and physical development, problem solving, and motivation of high ability children, this book provides readers with a strong foundation for supporting and developing advanced learners.

The text also includes Field Notes and Eye for Diversity sections to enable readers to put into practice, and recognize, important issues being discussed. Throughout, the editors blend discussions of research with practical advice for individuals charged with nurturing children with advanced cognitive potential.

It is an essential read for students, counsellors, administrators, therapists, and parents seeking to support high ability children and their needs.

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