42 Questions
What is a key characteristic of integrative models of giftedness?
They combine elements from multiple models in the literature
According to the megamodel of talent development, what is the outcome of potential in the early years?
Transition into expertise through effort and opportunity
What is a common misconception about giftedness?
Giftedness is often confused with talent
How do cognitive characteristics of gifted students differ from non-gifted students?
Quantitatively, with more pronounced differences in complex tasks
What is a characteristic of gifted individuals in terms of intelligence?
A more differentiated intelligence profile
What advantage do gifted students tend to have in terms of transfer?
Far transfer
What is the primary focus of the Psychology of Individual Differences perspective on giftedness?
Intelligence, creativity, and motivation
According to the UK official definition, what is the primary distinction between giftedness and talent?
Giftedness is about academic domains, while talent is about specific skills
What is a common misconception about gifted children?
They are social isolates
What is a key aspect of the megamodel's definition of giftedness?
Early potential that transitions into expertise
What do PISA 2009 data suggest about gifted students' backgrounds?
They come from more advantaged backgrounds
What learning strategy do gifted students tend to use less often?
Concentrating on the easy part
What is a common challenge in defining and understanding giftedness?
Misconceptions and confusion surrounding the concept
What may be a problem for extremely highly gifted individuals?
They may not experience as much psychological benefits
What is a limitation of non-verbal IQ tests in identifying gifted students?
They are biased against minority groups
What type of assessments can identify gifted students?
Verbal performance-based assessments
What is the primary goal of gifted education in countries that focus on excellence?
To help gifted students reach their full potential and contribute to the country's economic growth
What is a common criticism of enrichment activities for gifted students?
They may create unequal opportunities for students from different backgrounds
What is the primary focus of gifted education in Finland?
To provide extra resources to students who need help
What is the estimated annual growth in a country's economy associated with a 10% increase in the share of top-performing students?
1.3 percentage point
What is the primary criticism of the UK's gifted education policy?
It is not well-coordinated and lacks monitoring
What is the primary finding of the OFSTED 2013 report regarding gifted students?
Many gifted students are not achieving their full potential, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds
What is the primary goal of the 'pupil premium' program in the UK?
To address the attainment gap between disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged students
What is the primary difference between countries that focus on excellence and those that focus on equity?
Their focus on gifted education versus providing support for all students
What is the percentage of gifted programs in South Korea that focus on Maths and Science?
95%
What is the primary concern of the human rights perspective on gifted education?
Gifted education may be elitist and exclude certain students
Which statement accurately reflects the basic definition of gifted students?
Students displaying superior performance in one particular domain relative to peers
What makes estimating the prevalence of giftedness challenging?
The same complexities associated with estimating the prevalence of other conditions
Why might children from high SES backgrounds be more likely to be identified as gifted?
They typically receive better educational opportunities and resources
What role does IQ play in the most common conceptualization of giftedness?
High IQ is a primary determinant in most models of giftedness
What unique approach did Julian Stanley's talent search model implement?
Utilized above-grade-level achievement tests for optimal matching
Which type of giftedness model focuses on high cognitive ability or IQ?
Ability models
How did Lewis Terman operationalize giftedness in his studies?
By documenting students with high IQ scores
What distinguishes talent development models from ability models?
They focus on nurturing specific talents rather than measuring IQ
What is a notable challenge in identifying children from underserved communities as gifted?
Underrepresentation in gifted programs
Which strategy can reduce bias against children from underserved backgrounds in gifted education programs?
Using local norms for selection
What negative consequence can result from underachieving gifted students?
Frustration
What is a recommendation for providing opportunities for students to be identified as gifted?
Offering opportunities at various timepoints and in different areas
What is often measured instead of skill when identifying gifted children?
Potential
Teacher referrals for gifted assessment are typically fewer for which group of children?
Children from disadvantaged backgrounds
What percentage of high achievers from high income backgrounds are more likely to apply and be enrolled in selective colleges?
48%
Which group of students is likely to be overlooked in gifted program referrals?
All of the above
Learn about the definition of gifted students and how to estimate their prevalence, including the challenges and limitations of doing so.
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