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.
Patricia – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
I learned a lot
Elida – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –
It was very informative. I really enjoyed it.
Gloria – WESTERVILLE CITY (verified owner) –
Lots of great information
Ashley – GEORGETOWN ISD (verified owner) –
Very good
Nancye – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Very good.
Richard – EDINBURG CISD (verified owner) –
I was really intrigued with this subject matter.
Rachel – BEAUMONT ISD (verified owner) –
A lot of helpful information.
Sarah – BOERNE ISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting!
Lindzee – KILLEEN ISD (verified owner) –
It was very informative and helps with learning the characteristics of GT students and ADHD students.
Graciela G – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –
excellent information!