Gifted students require a curriculum that intentionally aligns with their advanced abilities to ensure engagement at the appropriate level of intensity and depth. Introduction to Curriculum Design in Gifted Education offers an in-depth exploration of curriculum development for the gifted. Included are the general foundations of good curriculum design, a survey of curriculum models appropriate for gifted learners, an examination of design considerations across content areas, a detailed analysis of the role assessment has in the curriculum development process, and an exploration of trends and future directions of curriculum development for the gifted. Each chapter is authored by experts with considerable knowledge pertaining to curriculum implications for gifted students and is written with the practitioner in mind to facilitate effective implementation. This text is an essential addition to the library of any educator seeking to create new and/or adapt existing curriculum to better address the interests and abilities of gifted students.

About the Author

Frances A. Karnes is professor of curriculum, instruction, and special education at The University of Southern Mississippi. She is widely known for her teaching, research, publications, innovative program developments, and service activities in gifted education and leadership training.

Kristen R. Stephens is an Associate Professor of the Practice, Licensure Officer, Academically/Intellectually Gifted Licensure Program at Duke University. She received her Ph.D. in special education with an emphasis in gifted education at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Reviews
[The book] presents leading research in the area of gifted and talented curriculum development. Focusing on broad topics that address major considerations and components to which attention should be paid when designing curriculum for gifted and talented learners . . . [e]ach section contains chapters authored by curriculum development experts, offering guidelines and advice for practical implementation.,Gifted Child Today, 1/10/17



Book Information
ISBN 9781618214799
Author Kristen R. Stephens
Format Paperback
Page Count 370
Imprint Prufrock Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Weight(grams) 666g