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2.7.5 Educator Perceptions of Gifted and Talented English Language Learners
This proposal explores educator perceptions of gifted and talented/English Language Learners. This study identifies barriers for identification and service for GT/ELL students. Educators from two elementary schools were interviewed in this qualitative study. The schools were chosen due to their high population of ELL students. The roles of professional development (PD) and best practices for identification of underrepresented students are discussed. Five main themes emerged from interviews of educators that work with GT/ELL students. The themes are obstacles, perception, referral, professional development, and, modification. The benefits of the study are an increased awareness and understanding of being able to identify and serve students as well as to share ideas and solutions for maximizing the school experience of GT/ELL students.