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.
Elizabeth – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
I like that it is self pace
Blanca – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting information about misconceptions related to ADHD and gifted students.
norma – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
Excellant presentation of information!!! I feel more confident having taken this online course. It certainly gave me answers to questions I had this year with a few of my students.
LaLonnie – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
As a parent of a student is ADHD and gifted, and a child who is gifted I was able to connect with expereince how there are differences and similarities.
Victoria – GEORGETOWN ISD (verified owner) –
Lecture style but also interesting. Lots of facts were covered. The reflection questions were relevant.
Myra – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –
It was a great course that really opened my eyes!
Reini – Springfield City School District (verified owner) –
Excellent course.
Tracy – MIDLOTHIAN ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative.
Noemi – MCALLEN ISD (verified owner) –
Good!
Richard – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
You learn about the similarities and differences of ADHD kids and Gifted kids that I was not aware of.