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Development of the Standford-Binet Test
This event altered the way that intelligence and learning is viewed in the education system. The Standford-Binet allowed teachers and researchers to evaluate multiple areas of cognitive ability, rather than a single ability partnered with economic bias. -
"Genetic Studies of a Genius" is published
This event developed conclusions about what gifted students need in order to be successful, based upon a 40 year study of gifted children. In addition to concluding needs of gifted children, suggested methods of pedagogy and handling of these children in and outside of the classroom. -
Brown vs. Board of Education
This event desegregating schools benefited gifted education by allowing students of underrepresented ethnic groups the ability to have an equal opportunity for an education, especially gifted services. -
National Defense Education Act
This event developed government significance to gifted programming in schools. As the first event that created a federal mandate on gifted services, making gifted education a priority is extremely important. -
Education for all Handicapped Children Act
This event promotes of necessity of education for all children with special needs. While gifted and talented students are not specified in this law, the basis for sound arguments to education exceptional students is founded. -
Development of National Gifted Education Standards
This event established a standard of teacher preparation in the teaching of gifted students. Without professional development, teachers cannot be as effective in nurturing K-12 gifted students.
