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Spreacker, Angela – Gifted Education International, 2001
This article examines some of the characteristics of a person who is morally well developed. Two of the commonly held theories of moral development are discussed, along with the possible moral problems of gifted adolescents. Finally, ways that educators can help gifted adolescents develop their full potential are provided. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Bibliotherapy, Ethics, Gifted

Alvermann, Donna E. – Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 1996
Discusses a study examining the perspectives of three gifted middle school students on peer-led discussions and on each other. Highlights issues of voice, gender, interruption, and empowerment. (SR)
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Research, Gifted, Group Discussion
Burge, Susan – G/C/T, 1978
The article presents six classroom activities designed to foster the cognitive and affective growth of gifted, creative, and talented primary grade students. (DLS)
Descriptors: Creative Development, Enrichment Activities, Gifted, Group Discussion
Willings, David; Chamberlain, Nicholas J. – Gifted Education International, 1992
A double procedure for meetings is proposed: one dealing with general administrative matters and the other with "free association of ideas" to solve problems. Examples of problem solving by mentors of gifted underachievers illustrate the approach. (DB)
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Divergent Thinking, Elementary Secondary Education

Frey, Cecile P. – Journal for the Education of the Gifted, 1998
This article describes the establishment of a "women's issues" group with middle-school gifted girls. Ground rules for the group, selection of materials for discussion, issues discussed, and outcomes of the group are highlighted. Participants were found to like learning, like thinking about abstract issues, and have high academic goals. (CR)
Descriptors: Action Research, Adolescents, Coping, Discussion Groups