EDEL 415 - Learning Environments for Highly Capable Learners

Description:
An exploration of the unique criteria for establishing appropriate learning environment for highly capable learners across a broad spectrum of capabilities and content areas.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: junior standing. Acceptance into TPP or have a valid WA teaching certificate.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Design learning opportunities for gifted and talented learners that promote self awareness, positive peer relationships, intercultural experiences, self efficacy, lifelong learning, and leadership.
Create safe learning environments for gifted and talented learners that encourage active participation and student voice in individual and group activities to enhance independence, interdependence, and positive peer relationships.
Create learning environments and intercultural experiences that allow gifted and talented learners to appreciate their own and others’ language and cultural heritage.
Develop social interaction and coping skills in gifted and talented learners to address personal and social issues, including discrimination and stereotyping.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/05/16

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