Description
“Gifted, ADHD, Either, Neither, or Both?” with Debra Troxclair, Ph.D., will explore the idea that many characteristics that don’t seem “normal” are actually very “typical” traits of giftedness.
In this 1-hour course, you will learn:
- The similarities and differences of characteristics and behaviors of giftedness and ADHD
- Why giftedness is often misdiagnosed as ADHD
- How to help other educators understand what to do if a gifted child is suspected of having ADHD
- Suggestions for supporting the self-concepts of gifted and highly creative children
Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
Presenter Bio
Dr. Debra Troxclair, Associate Professor in the Teacher Education Department at Lamar University, received her doctoral degree in Special Education (Emphasis in Gifted Education) from the University of Southern Mississippi and has over 20 years of teaching experience in both elementary and university classroom settings. She is a member of several professional associations focusing on giftedness. Dr. Troxclair is currently serving on the Professional Standards Committee and the University Networking Committee of the National Association for Gifted Children. She also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented and is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Council for Exceptional Children-TAG Division.
Jimmie – DUNCANVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
It was interesting to change your mindset about gifted?
Brenda – CONROE ISD (verified owner) –
I liked this course because it helped me understand my grandson a lot more and gave me extra insight for my Pre-AP/GT classes.
Beatriz – PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD (verified owner) –
This training can easily be done in two session with the amount of talking and information provided.
Diana – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Highly informative and well aligned.
Rosalie – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting. Lots of good informatoin.
Tina – SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-U CITY ISD (verified owner) –
great information
JULIE – MCKINNEY ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative and helpful.
Maria – PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD (verified owner) –
highly recommend
Laura – GAHANNA-JEFFERSON CITY (verified owner) –
Was interesting and relevant.
Elizabeth – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting presentation, but not enough time was devoted to examining the child who is BOTH gifted and has ADHD.