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Makes a distinct contribution tprogram planning for gifted education Provides great charts that illustrate the key basics for identifying change —Tara McGuigan, Resource Teacher San DiegUnified School District, CAThe major strength of the book is its step-by-step process There are plenty of charts and checklists that make the book user-friendly Great planning guide —Cheryl Brockman, Gifted Education Teacher Jonathan Alder Local School District, Plain City, OHGain tools tcustom-build programs that nurture students strengths and talents!Gifted programs should be as innovative, unique, and ever-evolving as the exceptional students they serve This comprehensive handbook provides the expert guidance and tools necessary for shaping a contemporary, inclusive talent development program tailored tstudents individual needs and strengths Rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all model, this guide offers a flexible six-stage framework for planning, implementing, evaluating, and enhancing gifted programs The authors draw on current theory, research, and more than 20 years of professional experience with schools, districts, and state education agencies tprovide proven approaches for designing new programs and reinvigorating existing ones Practical tips and ready-to-use resources include: A CD-ROM with reproducibles, presentations, and templates aligned with each chapterNeeds assessment and climate inventory exercises and resources Methods for constructing and implementing action plansStrategies for tackling logistics, including how tform planning committees and effectively lead the planning processProgram goal-setting and evaluation toolsIdeal for gifted education coordinators, administrators, and special education directors, The Talent Development Planning Handbook covers best practices from leading experts tinspire innovation, improvement, growth, and change for talent development that contributes tthe total school program
