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Adams, Ruth R. – Gifted Education International, 1986
The case study explores the needs of a gifted third grader with school problems who, despite high intelligence, was threatened with retention, resulting in feelings of rejection and parental concern. Testing procedures and programmatic suggestions are outlined. A parent group established as a result of this child's problem is described. (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Emotional Problems, Gifted, Learning Problems
Pirie, Barbara S.; Adams, Ruth R. – Gifted Education International, 1993
This case study describes a boy from kindergarten through third grade with above average intelligence but difficulty learning to read, write, and spell. The paper emphasizes the human approach to learning, which took into account the boy's strong points, unique learning style, strong sense of responsibility, and the need to alleviate feelings of…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Style, Diagnostic Teaching, Failure
Adams, Ruth R. – Gifted Education International, 1994
This informal case study presents an example of a gifted child whose behavior and school adjustment problems prevented his teachers and parents from a full understanding of his intellectual capabilities. It illustrates the role of counseling in finding solutions to such problems. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Counseling, Elementary Education