Term
Summer 2025
Capstone
Dissertation
Degree Name
EdD
Primary Advisor/Dissertation Chair
Charlayne Myers
Abstract
Olson, T.L. She Speaks with Stars: Teacher Support for American Indian Students Who Are Gifted and Have Experienced Trauma. (2025)
This qualitative study utilized grounded theory analysis through the use of survey and interview to research how teachers support American Indian students who are gifted and have experienced trauma. The study focused on survey results as well as interviews of a selection of teachers from various grade levels, years of experience working with American Indian students, and roles in the educational system. The themes that emerged from the data illustrate the imperative need for more research into Native American students who are gifted. While significant data exists regarding giftedness and talent development, very little is available on this specific student population. While the data reflected educators’ using specific strategies to engage and challenge their gifted students, the data also reflected educators’ strong commitment to their students in their use of trauma-informed practices. This indicates the need for training and system-wide support for gifted students and their teachers.
Keywords
Teachers/ Teaching, Gifted Education, Trauma
Recommended Citation
Olson, Tracy L., "She Speaks With Stars: Teacher Support for American Indian Students who are Gifted and Have Experienced Trauma" (2025). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 4628.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/4628
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text
dc_publisher
DigitalCommons@Hamline
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application/pdf
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School of Education Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations