EDUC 4422 Assessment of Gifted Students

The goal of this course is to develop students’ knowledge and skills related to assessing gifted abilities in individuals from different backgrounds (e.g., racial/cultural/ethnic group membership, age, gender, disabling conditions, economic, and language). A major component of the course is the study of assessments and procedures that encourage informed educational decisions for students who need gifted program services. Additionally, candidates learn to use assessment instruments and procedures to evaluate the response of gifted students to programming intended to address their unique learning needs. The policies and practices for serving gifted students in Georgia provide the primary context for the instruction

Registration Name

Assessment of Gifted Students

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDUC 4421 with grade of B or higher

Offered

Athens: Fall, Spring, and Summer

Notes

Per PSC requirements: Candidates must earn a grade of 'B' or higher in each required course to be recommended for the Gifted Education In-Field Endorsement.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Explain basic terminology related to the assessment of gifted students. 
2. Explain various identification criteria used within gifted education. 
3. Articulate the processes and procedures for assessing students using Georgia Criteria in the areas of mental ability, achievement, motivation, and creativity. 
4. Design performance tasks within a specific content area or grade level to evaluate instruction and monitor the progress of gifted students. 
5. Interpret standardized test properties and scores for the purposes of identification of and program placement/development for gifted students, including those from diverse backgrounds. 
6. Identify supports for gifted learners based on assessment data