Designing the Learning Context in School for Talent Development. (July 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hertzog, Nancy B.
• Other Names: Stoeger Heidrun guest-editor.; Olszewski-Kubilius Paula guest-editor.; Subotnik Rena F. guest-editor.; Assouline Susan G. guest-editor.; Ziegler Albert guest-editor.
• Is Part Of: Gifted child quarterly. Volume 61:Number 3(2017)
• Page Start: 219
• Page End: 228
• Publication Date: 2017-07
• Subjects: philosophical/theoretical -- definition and/or conception of giftedness/talent -- learning environments -- talent development -- creativity -- curriculum; Gifted children -- Education -- Periodicals; Gifted children -- Periodicals; 371.9505
• DOI: 10.1177/0016986217705712
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0016-9862

Abstract

This article explores the learning context for talent development in public schools. Total aspects of the environment from physical space, affective elements, and pedagogical approaches affect learning. How teachers believe and perceive their roles as teachers influence instructional design and decision making. In this article, the optimal environment for developing students' strengths and talents will be discussed and practical suggestions for "Extreme Classroom Makeovers" will be offered.