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Winkler, Daniel L.; Stephenson, Scott; Jolly, Jennifer L. – Gifted Child Today, 2012
In this article, the authors discuss Governor's Schools as an alternative for gifted students. When the word school is used, people typically think about traditional schooling. But Governor's Schools are different in the type of schooling provided and the type of students served--they educate predominantly gifted children, teach a wide array of…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Nontraditional Education, Teaching Methods, Student Needs
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Beer, Glenn; Le Blanc, Monique; Miller, Mark J. – College Student Journal, 2008
Preliminary research indicates that summer enrichment programs may have a positive impact on overall student development K-12, including academic motivation and engagement. The majority of this research has focused upon gifted students, although there is a burgeoning body of research detailing the impact of summer programs on at-risk or…
Descriptors: Summer Programs, College Preparation, Enrichment Activities, Economically Disadvantaged
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Figg, Candace; McCartney, Robin – Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education (CITE Journal), 2010
University researchers, teacher candidates, language and technology instructors, student learners, and families from diverse backgrounds partnered in an invitational teaching/learning experience--middle school student learners teaching their VIPs (very important persons) how to create stories and construct digital movies with reference to their…
Descriptors: Oral History, Enrichment Activities, Student Diversity, Educational Opportunities