Gifted? ADHD? Either, Neither or Both?

$20.00

Presenter: Debra Troxclair, Ph.D.
Core Area: Nature & Needs
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary
Hours: 1

The characteristic traits of giftedness are often misinterpreted by parents and other professionals who have little or no training or information about the nature of giftedness. Incorrect interpretations or a misdiagnosis could potentially harm the developing self-concepts of gifted children.

Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.

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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. 

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800 reviews for Gifted? ADHD? Either, Neither or Both?

  1. Rosalinda – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –

    I highly recommend this course because it has valuable information on both ADHD and GT students. It states all the misconceptions on GT students and how they are misdiagnosed.

  2. Maria Elena – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –

    Session was very informative.

  3. Robyn – HUDSON ISD (verified owner) –

    Very important information for all classroom teachers to consider!

  4. Christie – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    Very informative!

  5. Susan – HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY & SCHOOL OF SCIENCE – HOUSTON SOUTH 101846 OR 101862 (verified owner) –

    Very informative.

  6. RAQUEL R – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –

    Presenter was very repetitive in her presentation. There was a slide where the audio did not work and all that was presented were slides but could not hear any of the explanations.

  7. Jackie – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –

    great course

  8. Jessica – CARLISLE LOCAL (verified owner) –

    this course made me aware of the similarities amongst GT students and ADHD students. This is very important in my line of work.

  9. Laurie – CARLISLE LOCAL (verified owner) –

    This course taught me to be more aware of the different characteristics of gifted students and the misdiagnosis that can occur.

  10. Annette – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –

    Very informative, a must see for all school professionals.

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