In this course, you will learn about the social, emotional and moral development of children of high intellectual potential. You will engage with current educational and psychological literature regarding the incidence of underachievement, lack of motivation, depression and 'dropping out' among gifted children. You will explore the influence of personalogical variables, including motivation, self-esteem, friendship choices and attitudes towards school and study, on the translation of high potential into high performance. Additionally, teaching strategies and class and school structures, which facilitate or impede the development of positive social attitudes and supportive peer relationships in gifted children will be critically analysed.