1. GIFTED STUDENTS ARE NOT ALWAYS...
high scorers in tests
socially well adjusted
proud of their abilities
extroverts
introverts

2. Gifted students sometimes
hide their abilities in order to conform
have a learning disability
have little in common with their peers
have a negative self-concept
feel alienated
feel bored challenging behaviour

3. Characteristics of Gifted and Talented Children
Early or rapid progress through developmental stages
Early reading, advanced comprehension
Verbal abilities
Very observant
Highly curious
Fluent and flexible
Dr Michael Sayler COGE 2011 “4 Cognitive Characteristics of the GT”

4. Characteristics of Gifted and Talented
Subtle sense of humour
Excellent memory
Excellent reasoning skills
Elaborate and original
Excellent problem solving
Learns quickly and with less practice and repetition
Dr Michael Sayler COGE 2011 “4 Cognitive Characteristics of the GT”