The Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development

Jonathan A. Plucker|Melanie S. Meyer

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In an era where advanced education is gaining unprecedented attention from educators, policymakers, and families, the landscape of learning is evolving rapidly. Over the past 15 years, significant strides have been made in theory, research, and practice, transforming classrooms around the globe. This progress not only enhances the quality of advanced education but also increases the number of students excelling at higher levels.

As the spotlight on advanced students intensifies, there is a growing call for innovative and comprehensive approaches to talent development. The Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development brings together insightful essays from leading scholars and practitioners worldwide, offering a deep dive into current practices and envisioning future directions for advanced learning.

This compelling collection covers traditional topics such as identification, acceleration, and social and emotional development. It also explores the expansive nature of the field, addressing after-school and summer programs, technology integration, and career and technical education, among other critical areas. Each essay presents thought-provoking ideas and actionable recommendations, sparking meaningful discussions about the future of advanced education. Whether you are an educator or policymaker, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and future possibilities in advanced education and talent development.

Chapter 1. Eminent Scholars’ Past Hopes for the Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development; Sarah A. Caroleo, Mary A. Pei, and Jeff Danielian

Section I. Perspectives on the Future of Identifying and Assessing Talent Introduction
Chapter 2. The Future of Policy for Talent Development; Jonathan A. Plucker
Chapter 3. A Proposed 21st-Century Research Agenda For Gifted Identification; Scott J. Peters
Chapter 4. Out-of-Level Testing and Other Assessment Issues; Paula Olszewski-Kubilius, Susan Corwith, and Melissa Hinshaw
Chapter 5. The Future of Talent Scouting in PreK-12 Schools; Melanie S. Meyer
Chapter 6. Sociocultural Considerations for Identifying and Developing Talent in the Schools of the Future; Jonathan A. Plucker, Melanie S. Meyer, and Matthew C. Makel
Chapter 7. Culturally Responsive Advanced Education Leadership: Hope for Closing Excellence Gaps; Tarek C. Grantham
Section II. Perspective on the Future of Talent Development in Out-of-School Settings Introduction
Chapter 8. Imagining the Future of Pretend Play and Creativity in Children; Sandra W. Russ
Chapter 9. Future Vision for Early Childhood Talent Development; Nancy Hertzog
Chapter 10. Communities for Talent Development; Jennifer L. Jolly
Chapter 11. Non-School-Based Programmes for Gifted Students; Colm O’Reilly, Leanne Hinch, and Catriona Ledwith
Chapter 12. After-School Education: A Promising Lever to Promote Excellence and Equity; Steven J. Fredericks and Sarah A. Caroleo
Section III. Perspectives on the Future of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction for Talent Development and Advanced Education Introduction
Chapter 13. Artificial Intelligence and the Evolution of Talent Development in Education; Zia Hassan
Chapter 14. Equity in K-12 Talent Development: Promising Practices; Dina Brulles
Chapter 15. The Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development: Varieties of Enrichment; Catherine Little
Chapter 16. Jagged Profiles and the Coming Data Revolution: The Future of Talent Development ; Danah Henrickson and Punya Mishra
Chapter 17. A Call for a Critically Conscious Talent Development Model ; Jessica Manzone and Julia Nyberg
Chapter 18. The Future of Education for Twice-Exceptional Youth; Megan Foley-Nicpon
Chapter 19. What If? The Future of Creativity Development in Education; Corey J. Gray
Section IV. Perspectives on the Future of Psychosocial Skills for Talent Development in Advanced Education Introduction
Chapter 20. Elevating Gifted Students: Promoting Psychosocial Skills to Increase Academic Talent Development; Dante D. Dixson
Chapter 21. Counseling the Gifted: A Future Perspective; Michelle Muratori
Chapter 22. The Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development: Implications for Social-Emotional Development; Emily L. Mofield
Section V. Perspectives on the Future of Postsecondary Talent Development Introduction
Chapter 23. How Career and Technical Education’s History Can Inform its Future for Advanced Learners; Shaun M. Dougherty and Samuel J. Kamin
Chapter 24. Future Directions in Career Counseling for the Development of Gifted and Advanced Learners; Jae Yup Jung
Chapter 25. Experiential Learning and Mentorships to Support Domain-Specific Talent Development in Higher Education; Eronia King and Damaris Javier
Chapter 26. Can Education Professors Bridge the Divide Between Extensive Research Supporting Acceleration and Restricted K-12 Implementation; Susan G. Assouline

Jonathan A. Plucker Ph.D. is a Professor at the Johns Hopkins University, USA.

Melanie S. Meyer Ph.D. is a lecturer in the Learning and Organizational Change Ed.D. program in the Baylor University, USA.