I think the only comment I disagree with is about teachers assuming they know all they need to when they get their degree. When I got my degree a decade ago, "lifelong learning" was the big buzz word/phrase. We were taught that you never stop learning and Pennsylvania, at least, has a pretty good continuing education requirement to maintain certification.
BUT
if the topic isn't on the table as something to learn about, and there is a culture in place where classes in gifted aren't 'in your face,' then I think that most people will find it very difficult to 'find' the need to learn more about gifted education.
