Artistically and Musically Talented Students
Artistically and Musically Talented Students

Author: Enid Zimmerman

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2004-03-06

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 1483361128

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The expert guide to the identification and support of artistically and musically talented students! Is artistic talent a matter of nature or nurture? What are the best methods for identifying potential in the arts? How can educators and parents encourage and support artistic development? From identification to the empowerment of teachers of talented arts students, the readings within Artistically and Musically Talented Students offer the best practices the leaders in the field have to offer. Key features include: A practical look at the needs of artistically and musically talented students by field leader Enid Zimmerman, and her recommendations for future study Methods for recognizing potential talent in dance, art, and music Eight articles from the most influential researchers of giftedness and the arts The ERGE Series: The National Association for Gifted Children series Essential Readings in Gifted Education is a 12-volume collection of seminal articles from Gifted Child Quarterly. Put the knowledge and power of more than 25 years of research on giftedness and talent into your hands with the leading theories, studies, and findings the experts in the field have to offer.

Kindling the Spark
Kindling the Spark

Author: Joanne Haroutounian

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 9780195156386

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In 'Rekindling the Spark', Haroutounian offers a concise synthesis of the research and resources on musical talent - what it is, how to identify and recognize it, and how to nurture and develop it. Exercises throughout the book offer parents and teachers activities to do with children that are useful in spotting and developing musical potential.

Arts Education for Gifted Learners
Arts Education for Gifted Learners

Author: Jesse Cukierkorn

Publisher: PRUFROCK PRESS INC.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 159363319X

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Arts Education for Gifted Learners provides information for teachers and parents interested in supporting an artistically talented child. It reveals the characteristics of artistically talented students, describes program options, and shares an approach for supporting the affective needs of these students. This is one of the books in Prufrock Press' popular Practical Strategies Series in Gifted Education. This series offers a unique collection of tightly focused books that provide a concise, practical introduction to important topics concerning the education of gifted children. The guides offer a perfect beginner's introduction to key information about gifted and talented education.

Converting STEM into STEAM Programs
Converting STEM into STEAM Programs

Author: Arthur J. Stewart

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-02-27

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 3030251012

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This book examines the push and pull of factors contributing to and constraining conversion of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education programs into STEAM (science, technology, engineering, math and arts) education programs. The chapters in this book offer thought-provoking examples, theory, and suggestions about the advantages, methods and challenges involved in making STEM to STEAM conversions, at levels ranging from K12 through graduate university programs. A large driving force for STEM-to-STEAM conversions is the emerging awareness that the scientific workforce finds itself less than ideally prepared when engaging with so-called ‘wicked problems’ – the complex suite of emerging, multifaceted issues such as global climate change, social injustice, and pandemic diseases. Dealing with these issues requires cross-disciplinary expertise and the ability to insert technical and scientific understanding effectively into areas of public planning and policy. The different models and possibilities for STEAM, as the next phase of the STEM revolution, laid out in this book will promote research and further our understanding of STEAM as a forward-thinking approach to education. Gillian Roehrig, STEM Education, University of Minnesota, USA The ideal teacher sees opportunities for integrating ideas from multiple disciplines into every lesson. This book offers many worthwhile suggestions on how to do that deliberately and systematically George DeBoer, Project 2061 of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, USA For the last several years, calls for expanding STEM education have grown, but so too have concerns about technocratic approaches to STEM. This volume challenges the community to consider broader views on STEM by focusing on the place of arts education within this movement. The chapters offer much needed, new perspectives on the (re)integration of the arts and sciences Troy Sadler, School of Education, University of North Carolina, USA

Unintentional Music
Unintentional Music

Author: Lane Arye

Publisher: Hampton Roads Publishing

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 1612832903

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The last time you whistled a tune or hummed a song-why did you choose that one? You may not consider yourself a musical person, but your little act of unintended music may be the key to unlocking within you a wealth of unsuspected creativity-a kind of creativity that goes way beyond music, too. Lane Arye, PhD, a musician himself, focuses on the music that people do not intend to make. Using the highly regarded psychological model called Process Work, developed by Arnold Mindell, PhD, Arye has been teaching students around the world how to awaken their creativity, using music as the starting point, but including all art forms and ways of expression. The unintentional appears at moments when some hidden part of us, something beyond our usual awareness, suddenly tries to express itself. If we start paying attention to what is trying to happen rather than to what we think should happen, we open the door to self-discovery and creativity. Sometimes what we regard as "mistakes" in self-expression are in fact treasures. The book is rich with real-life stories, ideas, and practical techniques for unlocking creativity, which Arye dispenses with humor, insight, and enthusiasm.

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Author: Betty Edwards

Publisher: Tarcher

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13:

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Presents a set of basic exercises designed to release creative potential and tap into the special abilities of the brain's right hemisphere.

Failing Our Brightest Kids
Failing Our Brightest Kids

Author: Chester E. Finn (Jr.)

Publisher: Educational Innovations

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781612508412

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2016 Outstanding Academic Title, Choice In this provocative volume, Chester E. Finn, Jr., and Brandon L. Wright argue that, for decades, the United States has done too little to focus on educating students to achieve at high levels. The authors identify two core problems: First, compared to other countries, the United States does not produce enough high achievers. Second, students from disadvantaged backgrounds are severely underrepresented among those high achievers. The authors describe educating students to high levels of achievement as an issue of both equity and human capital: talented students deserve appropriate resources and attention, and the nation needs to develop these students' abilities to remain competitive in the international arena. The authors embark on a study of twelve countries and regions to address these issues, exploring the structures and practices that enable some countries to produce a higher proportion of high-achieving students than the United States and to more equitably represent disadvantaged students among their top scorers. Based on this research, the authors present a series of ambitious but pragmatic points that they believe should inform US policy in this area. This candid and engaging book takes a topic that is largely discussed behind closed doors and puts it squarely on the table for public debate.

Program Evaluation in Gifted Education
Program Evaluation in Gifted Education

Author: Carolyn M. Callahan

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2004-03-11

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 1452213704

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These readings offer critical guidance in the development of assessment instruments for gifted programs.

The Musician's Way : A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness
The Musician's Way : A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness

Author: Gerald Klickstein

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2009-08-06

Total Pages: 357

ISBN-13: 0199711291

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In The Musician's Way, veteran performer and educator Gerald Klickstein combines the latest research with his 30 years of professional experience to provide aspiring musicians with a roadmap to artistic excellence. Part I, Artful Practice, describes strategies to interpret and memorize compositions, fuel motivation, collaborate, and more. Part II, Fearless Performance, lifts the lid on the hidden causes of nervousness and shows how musicians can become confident performers. Part III, Lifelong Creativity, surveys tactics to prevent music-related injuries and equips musicians to tap their own innate creativity. Written in a conversational style, The Musician's Way presents an inclusive system for all instrumentalists and vocalists to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists.