EDCI 621: Introduction to Gifted and Talented Learners
Important: For the most up-to-date information, refer to the official George Mason Course Catalog
General Information
Credits: 3
Description:
Examines nature and needs of gifted and talented learners by exploring their varied characteristics. Analyzes the role of culture, language, income, dis/ability, and ethnicity in the manifestation and identification of gifts and talents. Prepares teachers to examine issues in gifted education, and recognize and advocate for underrepresented student groups in gifted programs. Offered by School of Education. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
Current Sections
- Spring 2025, Section: 6H1, CRN 21217, Format: Face-to-Face, Instructor: James Mudd
Upcoming Sections
- Summer 2025, Section: B01*, CRN 41539, Format: Online, Instructor: Shannon King
*These sections are available to non-degree seeking students as well. To take courses without applying to a degree program, you'll need to submit an application as a non-degree seeking student. If you're interested in applying a course to a degree in the future, set up a call with an admissions counselor. All courses available in Summer 2020 will be offered online.