Identifying, Preventing and Combating Bullying in Gifted Education

Bullying and victimization of gifted individuals is a neglected problem that can lead to emotional distress and depression. Identifying, Preventing, and Combating Bullying in Gifted Education provides a critical review and expanded context within gifted education to include social, emotional, and cultural components of the bullying phenomenon. It offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective and helps all stakeholders of gifted education and programming identify, prevent, and combat different forms of bullying and other aggressive behaviors. The book is structured and integrated around a coherent central theme, with each chapter strategically crafted to better equip readers with ways to identify, prevent, and intervene in actions of bullying in gifted education. It serves as a fundamental resource for educators, teacher-trainers, mental health professionals, and families of gifted students at all grade levels.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2022
Publisher: Information Age Publishing

Bullying and victimization among gifted individuals is a significant yet often overlooked problem that can have profound emotional consequences. Gifted students may be more vulnerable to bullying due to their unique characteristics, such as high intelligence, creativity, and sensitivity. This can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, and depression, which can have a negative impact on their academic performance and overall well-being. Despite the importance of addressing bullying in gifted education, many related books do not dedicate sufficient attention to this issue.

Identifying, Preventing, and Combating Bullying in Gifted Education is a comprehensive book that provides a critical review and expanded context within gifted education to include social, emotional, and cultural (SEC) components of the bullying phenomenon. It offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective and aims to help all stakeholders of gifted education and programming identify, prevent, and combat different forms of bullying and other aggressive behaviors that negatively impact the quality of education for all gifted students.

The book is structured and integrated around a coherent central theme, with an introduction that stages the three sections of the book. Each of the chapters is strategically crafted to better equip readers with ways to identify, prevent, and intervene in actions of bullying in gifted education. Specifically, it serves as a fundamental resource for educators, teacher-trainers, mental health professionals, and families of gifted students at all grade levels.

One of the key strengths of the book is its comprehensive coverage of the topic. It begins by exploring the definition and prevalence of bullying among gifted students, and then delves into the various factors that contribute to bullying, such as social status, peer relationships, and academic pressure. The authors also discuss the impact of bullying on gifted students, including emotional distress, social isolation, and academic underachievement.

The book then moves on to discuss various strategies for preventing and combating bullying in gifted education. These strategies include creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, teaching social skills and empathy, and providing counseling and support services. The authors also emphasize the importance of addressing bullying in a timely and effective manner, and provide guidance on how to respond to incidents of bullying.

One of the challenges that gifted students face when it comes to bullying is the perception that they are not vulnerable to bullying. This can lead to a lack of reporting and intervention, which can exacerbate the problem. The book addresses this issue by providing examples of gifted students who have been bullied and by highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing bullying in all forms.

The book also includes a number of case studies and testimonials from gifted students, parents, and educators. These stories provide a real-world perspective on the impact of bullying and the strategies that have been effective in addressing it. The authors also provide practical tips and strategies for parents and educators to use in preventing and combating bullying in gifted education.

In addition to its practical advice, the book also provides a theoretical framework for understanding the bullying phenomenon. The authors discuss the social, emotional, and cultural factors that contribute to bullying, and provide strategies for addressing these factors. They also discuss the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in gifted education, and how this can help to reduce the risk of bullying.

One of the limitations of the book is that it does not provide a comprehensive list of resources for addressing bullying in gifted education. While the authors provide a number of examples and resources, it would be helpful to have a more comprehensive list of resources that can be used by educators, parents, and students.

Another limitation of the book is that it does not address the issue of cyberbullying, which is a growing problem among gifted students. Cyberbullying can be particularly harmful to gifted students, as it can be difficult for them to escape the negative effects of bullying online. The authors do discuss the importance of promoting digital literacy and cyber safety, but they do not provide a comprehensive strategy for addressing cyberbullying.

Despite these limitations, Identifying, Preventing, and Combating Bullying in Gifted Education is a valuable resource for educators, teacher-trainers, mental health professionals, and families of gifted students. It provides a comprehensive review and expanded context within gifted education to include social, emotional, and cultural components of the bullying phenomenon, and offers a range of strategies for preventing and combating bullying. The book is well-written and accessible, and provides a wealth of practical advice and resources.

In conclusion, bullying and victimization among gifted individuals is a significant yet often overlooked problem that can have profound emotional consequences. Identifying, Preventing, and Combating Bullying in Gifted Education is a comprehensive book that provides a critical review and expanded context within gifted education to include social, emotional, and cultural components of the bullying phenomenon. It offers a global, multidisciplinary perspective and aims to help all stakeholders of gifted education and programming identify, prevent, and combat different forms of bullying and other aggressive behaviors that negatively impact the quality of education for all gifted students. While there are some limitations to the book, it is a valuable resource for educators, teacher-trainers, mental health professionals, and families of gifted students.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781648028595