Self-Concept and the Gifted Classroom: The Role of Social Comparisons.

Coleman, J. Michael; Fults, Betty Ann

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Publication Date: 1982

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Self-Concept and the Gifted Classroom: The Role of Social Comparisons.

Coleman, J. Michael; Fults, Betty Ann

Gifted Child Quarterly, v26 n3 p116-20 Sum 1982

Self concepts of 90 gifted and 90 high achieving normal students (grades four through six) were measured. Scores on the Piers Harris Children's Self Concept Scale were substantially lower for gifted Ss, independent of grade placement or time of measurement. (CL)

Descriptors: Gifted, High Achievement, Intermediate Grades, Self Concept

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Language: English

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