College of Education
Date of Award
Spring 1996
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Special Education
First Advisor
Kay F. Ketzenberger, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Susan Lara, Ed.D.
Third Advisor
Jose Ruiz-Escalante, Ed.D.
Abstract
Examination of gifted and talented programs reveals that there are equal numbers of male and female participants at the elementary school level. However further examination reveals, that males begin to increase in participation and accomplishments within these programs at the junior and senior high level, whereas the participation and accomplishments of gifted females begins to decrease. This change occurs in early adolescence, a time that is critical in the psychological development of gifted females. The purpose of this review of literature examines several psychological barriers that may inhibit the success of gifted females in academic areas and in the workforce. This literature review also examines the characteristics of five eminent women that may help gifted young females achieve success. Suggestions that can help the gifted female become a vital and productive member of society are included.
Recommended Citation
Elizondo, Elsa Estela, "Gifted Females: An Endangered Species" (1996). College of Education. 62.
https://falconcommons.utpb.edu/utpb-edu/62
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