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McFarland, Valere – 1998
This paper presents the findings of a study that investigated whether members of culturally diverse populations could be more adequately represented in elementary gifted and talented programs through the use of a non-traditional assessment method. Teachers nominated students for gifted programs from multiple assessments and observations. The…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Academic Ability, Alternative Assessment, Cultural Awareness