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.
Grace – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
It was informative
Julie – DEL VALLE ISD (verified owner) –
This course highlights the differences and similarities of ADHD and giftedness, which is very important when working with these populations. This course stresses the importance of correctly identifying students.
Lisa – FORT STOCKTON ISD (verified owner) –
This course was an overload of information. It seemed to last 2 hours instead of 1.
Jennifer – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
It was interesting.
Wilma – HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY & SCHOOL OF SCIENCE – HOUSTON SOUTH 101846 OR 101862 (verified owner) –
This helped me understand more of the socio emotional aspects of gifted children
Krystle – HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY & SCHOOL OF SCIENCE – HOUSTON SOUTH 101846 OR 101862 (verified owner) –
This course was an eye (and mind) opener and think more educator should be exposed to knowing differences AND similarities of ADHD and Gifted students.
Danielle – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
Definitely helps in the understanding of gifted students and the behaviors seen in class and with work assignments
Boyce – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
Video has buffering glitches. Sometimes slides did not load well.
Elizabeth – HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE – HOUSTON NORTH DISTRICT (verified owner) –
very informative
Raelynn – VICTORIA ISD (verified owner) –
It helped give lots of information.