The Gifted Child In The American Culture Of Today
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Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2689554 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Margaret Mead (American Museum of Natural History, corresponding author) |
| Year | 1954 |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 211-214 |
| Publication date | 1954-09-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | BOOK |
| Venue | Journal of Teacher Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0022-4871 • E-ISSN: 1552-7816 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1177/002248715400500310 |
| OpenAlex | W2080837659 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 4 |
This article, a selection from Margaret Mead's larger work, discusses the challenges and complexities of nurturing gifted children within the American cultural context of the time. Mead argues that while American society values individualism and competition, it often struggles to adequately support and guide children with exceptional talents. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and fostering diverse forms of giftedness, beyond traditional academic measures, and advocates for educational approaches that cater to the unique needs and potentials of these children. Mead also explores the societal pressures and expectations placed upon gifted children, highlighting the potential for both positive and negative consequences. She calls for a more nuanced understanding of giftedness and a commitment to creating environments where these children can thrive and contribute meaningfully to society
Art · Culture of the United States · Developmental psychology · Gifted education · Literature · Mathematics education · Pedagogy · Sociology · Education, Achievement, and Giftedness · Psychology
| Citations per year | 0.09 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 1983 - 1997 (15) |
| Highly cited | No |