They handed the teacher school supplies and telephone numbers. They shook the teacher's hand and some even offered hugs. ... There have been significant efforts made in identifying and recruiting diverse populations in gifted and enrichment programs. Despite the efforts, too many African American students and other students of color (e.g., Hispanic Americans and Native Americans) are not faring well in gifted education. ... Recruitment is an important component for increasing the number of African American students in gifted education, but retention is equally important (Moore, 2005). ...

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At the elementary level time spent on physical education, the arts, and hands on science have been almost eliminated. ... According to the National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented, the pressure felt by teachers associated with high stakes testing resulted in drill and practice methodologies. This "teaching to the test" eliminated the use of Socratic instruction and focused on teacher delivered information; lecture rather than the collaborative, hands-on learning needed for a global multidimensional society. ...

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Imagine a world where everybody is making 5, 6 or 7 figures. The only way to acquire this dream "legally" is by earning a college degree. A college degree opens many horizons for job & financial opportunities. That college degree prepares you for the job market. Also, that degree expands your busine...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate