EDUC 567 - Underrepresented Populations of Gifted Learners

This course provides educators with an understanding of the unique characteristics of underrepresented populations of gifted learners. It incorporates issues related to poverty, equity, and gender and examines questions of prejudice and stereotyping of special populations; and lack of awareness, understanding, and representation of students in gifted programming. It examines policies and procedures to screen, identify, and provide quality programming for underserved gifted students. Educators will reflect on current practices, evaluate applicable strategies, and explore innovative programs for various underrepresented populations of gifted students.