NAGC Distinguished Scholar Award
The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) annually presents the Distinguished Scholar Award to an individual who has made significant contributions to the field of knowledge regarding the education of gifted and talented individuals. This individual should have a continued record of distinguished scholarship and contributions to the field of gifted education for more than 10 years, and must show a record of ongoing scholarly productivity as recognized by experts in the field.
The 2010 Annual Awards process is closed. Stay tuned for the results. The 2010 Awards Ceremony will be held during our 57th Annual Convention in Atlanta, Georgia (November 11-14, 2010).
Submission Procedure & Checklist
The NAGC national office will make every effort to contact those who have nominated a colleague, or those who have nominated themselves, to let them know of any missing materials, provided the nomination packet arrives at least two weeks before the deadline. The following materials must be postmarked by April 19, 2010:
One letter of support from the person submitting the nomination that details why the nominee would be an appropriate recipient of the award.
A minimum of two letters of recommendation (from other than the person submitting the nomination) from persons who have the ability to judge the significance of the nominee's contributions.
Letters may be mailed separately from the nomination packet. All letters must be signed and e-mails will not be accepted.
Vita and/or supporting documents for the nominee.
Please do not use staples when preparing your nomination materials.
Nomination materials postmarked after April 19, 2010 will not be considered.
Selection Criteria
Evidence submitted should represent work in all three of the following categories:
1. Evidence of research in the field of gifted and talented.
Continuously participated in research development in gifted education for more than 10 years.
Recognized as expert in particular aspects of gifted education.
Demonstrates a history of research published in refereed journals.
Contributes through presentations that are refereed nationally and internationally.
2. Evidence that the contributions reflect a continuous and noted record of involvement in the field of gifted and talented education.
Authored a seminal work in the field or developed a theory or model that is recognized.
Published books, book chapters, or monographs.
3. Evidence of recognition by peers of the importance of the above-mentioned contributions.
Recognized through awards from universities, organizations, or advocacy groups.
Has been elected to offices in educational organizations and participated on editorial boards and other juries of peers.
Restrictions
- An individual may receive this award once.
Selection Procedure
All materials should be sent to the Chair of the Awards Committee in care of the NAGC National Office.
The Chair will compile data regarding nomination and distribute this information to the NAGC Awards Committee for review. The Committee will submit its recommendation to the Board of Directors.
The recipient(s) of the award, in additional to other applicants, will be notified of the Awards Committee's decision in writing no later than August 31, 2010.
Award
The award recipient will receive a plaque presented in November 2010 at the NAGC Annual Convention in Atlanta, Georgia.
All requested materials should be sent to:
National Association for Gifted Children
Chair, Awards Committee
NAGC Distinguished Scholar Award
1707 L Street, NW
Suite 550
Washington, DC 20036