A global study of 68 specialist music programs across 25 countries reveals a spectrum of approaches to supporting musically gifted children. The research highlights the need for balancing artistic excellence with genuine care for children, with some programs prioritizing institutional prestige over child well-being.
Research from Saarland University reveals gifted individuals tend to be less conservative than their average-intelligence peers. However, social conservatism among men differs significantly between the two groups.
A recent study found that gifted programs for high achievers are not adequately serving Black and low-income students, with modest academic achievement gains and little impact on engagement or attendance. The researchers suggest diversifying curriculum and structure to better meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Research suggests that gifted programs have a small positive impact on average student achievement in reading and math. However, Black and low-income students do not experience the same academic gains as their peers, casting doubt on the effectiveness of these programs in addressing inequities.
In West Virginia, only 1.8 percent of students are identified as gifted, despite the state's rural communities having untapped talent. Researchers aim to develop universal screening norms and increase parent advocacy to boost access to gifted services for low-income students.
Researchers found that gifted students who liked heavy metal had lower self-esteem and ideas about themselves. They used the music as a form of catharsis to purge negativity and frustrations.
A new study by the University of Washington reveals that early college entrants are not unhappy 'nerds' but rather versatile, interesting, and sociable individuals. The research found that most students who entered college at a young age reported living up to their expectations in various areas of life, including work, intellectual pur...