ABSTRACT

Build student success in math with the only comprehensive guide for developing math talent among advanced learners. The authors, nationally recognized math education experts, offer a focused look at educating gifted and talented students for success in math. More than just a guidebook for educators, this book offers a comprehensive approach to mathematics education for gifted students of elementary or middle school age.

The authors provide concrete suggestions for identifying mathematically talented students, tools for instructional planning, and specific programming approaches. Developing Math Talent features topics such as strategies for identifying mathematically gifted learners, strategies for advocating for gifted children with math talent, how to design a systematic math education program for gifted students, specific curricula and materials that support success, and teaching strategies and approaches that encourage and challenge gifted learners.

chapter Chapter 1|17 pages

Excuses for Not Developing Mathematical Talent

chapter Chapter 2|41 pages

Advocacy

chapter Chapter 5|29 pages

Talent Searches

chapter Chapter 6|52 pages

Programming

chapter Chapter 7|35 pages

Curricula and Materials

chapter Chapter 8|25 pages

Teaching Mathematically Talented Students

chapter Chapter 9|49 pages

Case Studies