College Planning for Gifted and Talented Youth (continued)

College and career planning may be particularly difficult for some gifted students. However, it can be a growth-promoting experience for all participants when the ultimate goal--student decisions based on realistic criteria that result in a satisfying life--is kept at the forefront of all decision-making activity.

Reference

Berger, S. (1989). College planning for gifted students. Reston, VA: The Council for Exceptional Children.

Resources

Buescher, T. (1987). "Counseling gifted adolescents: A curriculum model for students, parents, and professionals." GIFTED CHILD QUARTERLY, 31(2), 90-93.

VanTassel-Baska, J. (Ed.). (1990). A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO COUNSELING THE GIFTED IN A SCHOOL SETTING (2nd ed.). Reston, VA: The Council for Exceptional Children.

The material in this digest was derived from College Planning for Gifted Students (1989) by S. Berger, published by The Council for Exceptional Children and the ERIC Clearinghouse on Handicapped and Gifted Children.

The material in this digest was derived from College Planning for Gifted Students (1989) by S. Berger, published by The Council for Exceptional Children and the ERIC Clearinghouse on Handicapped and Gifted Children.

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