1. Gifted and Talented Students
EDU 610
Halat

2. Who Are Students with Gifts and Talents?
Definition According to federal government, Students, children, or youth who give evidence of high achievement capability in areas such as intellectual, creative, or leadership capacity, or in specific academic fields, and who need services or activities not ordinarily provided by school in order to fully develop those capabilities.(Bryant D, Smith, Bryant B 151)
“gifted and talented” can be defined in many ways and no one quite agrees.

3. Joseph Renzulli 3-Ring Conception of Giftedness
Above Average Ability
Creativity
Task Commitment

4. Types of Gifts and Talents
Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligence.
Individuals with outstanding performance in any of eight dimensions of intelligence:-
Linguistic
Logical Mathematical
Spatial
Body-Kinesthetic
Musical
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
Naturalistic

5. Characteristics of Giftedness
Early and rapid learning
Large knowledge base and wide interests
Superior analytic ability
Advanced interests
Inquisitiveness
Keen observation
Excellent Memory
Energy
Abstract and insightful thinking
High levels of curiosity
Well-organized, goal directed and efficient problem solving

6. Prevalence of Giftedness
Special education for the gifted is not mandated or guaranteed funding by IDEA.
We can only estimate how many students are identified and receive special services.
Many schools identify about 2% to 5% of the school population as gifted.

7. Culturally and Linguistically Gifted Students
The number of students identified as gifted and talented should mirror the demographic changes in population. African American students are underrepresented in gifted programs by 60%. Hispanic and Native American students are underrepresented by 50 to 70%.

8. Gifted Students with Disabilities
Twice Exceptional Students.
Paradoxical learners. For example, these students may have advanced mathematical reasoning ability but difficulty with simple calculations.
Frustration comes easily and quickly.
Afraid of taking academic risks.
Difficulty with fine and gross motor skills.
Low self-esteem.
Poor organization skills.
Difficulty with spelling.
Because of the unique combination of skills and deficits, twice exceptional students can be some of the most disruptive students in class.

9. Gifted Females
Teachers frequently select activities that appeal more to boy’s interests.
Boys are given more instructional time and teacher attention.
“Fear of Success Syndrome” in which bright girls intentionally hold back efforts and enthusiasm in order to please others and avoid competition.
“Impostor Phenomenon” in which young girls deny their intellectual abilities despite numerous accomplishments.

10. Teaching Students Who Are Gifted and Talented
Differentiated curriculum
Acceleration
grade skipping
advanced placement courses
ability grouping
honors sections
Enrichment
Independent study
mentorships
internships

11. Examples
Adora Svitak
Documentary
Joseph Renzulli
CogAT Test

12. Questions from Dr. Pamela R. Clinkenbeard’s article
Why some bright students never reach the level of success of which they seem so capable?
How is motivation related to a gifted level of performance?
How would you sustain a goal directed activity?