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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“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. Denise – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –

    Enjoyed the graphic organizers/visuals and her personal connections to topics discussed.

  2. Kalvanetta – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    This course was very informative and caused me to reflect upon my practices as an educator to students with ADHD and/or giftedness.

  3. Aida – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –

    Excellent course! Very informative!

  4. Mara – Private Pay (verified owner) –

    Great information about gifted students told by an instructor who is gifted and has ADHD. Very interesting.

  5. Lauren – LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE CISD (verified owner) –

    I loved how well this course was laid out and taught!

  6. Peggy – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –

    The information was good,

  7. Deanna – GOOSE CREEK CISD (verified owner) –

    This was very eye-opening in regards to whether a child is ADHD or Gifted.

  8. Kristina – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –

    I think all teachers need to understand that gifted characteristics are sometimes the same as ADHD.

  9. raschel – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) –

    The presenter had a good sense of humor:)

  10. Jillian – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    It was interesting.

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