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What is a characteristic often observed in academically gifted students regarding their learning pace?
What is a characteristic often observed in academically gifted students regarding their learning pace?
- Their progress in school subjects is rarely exceptional.
- They typically start reading at the same age as their peers.
- They show less interest in abstract academic topics compared to their peers.
- They learn to speak and walk earlier than their peers. (correct)
In what area do gifted students particularly excel, enabling them to use it for accelerated language development?
In what area do gifted students particularly excel, enabling them to use it for accelerated language development?
- Social adaptability
- Musical aptitude
- Physical coordination
- Memory and retention skills (correct)
What is generally true regarding the academic performance and concentration abilities of gifted students?
What is generally true regarding the academic performance and concentration abilities of gifted students?
- They are rarely successful in school subjects because they have low concentration.
- They typically display a focused and dedicated approach to their work. (correct)
- They show more success in non-academic endeavours.
- They struggle concentrating on academic tasks and require constant supervision.
What observation is LEAST likely to characterize the academic behavior of gifted students?
What observation is LEAST likely to characterize the academic behavior of gifted students?
What is a key consideration when deciding whether to tailor special education plans for gifted students?
What is a key consideration when deciding whether to tailor special education plans for gifted students?
How might a school district in the United States address the unique needs of gifted students, as inspired from the 1862 initiative?
How might a school district in the United States address the unique needs of gifted students, as inspired from the 1862 initiative?
In the context of educating gifted students, what was the purpose of conducting experiments in New Jersey in 1886?
In the context of educating gifted students, what was the purpose of conducting experiments in New Jersey in 1886?
What did the results of the approach which allowed students to progress as quickly as they could reveal?
What did the results of the approach which allowed students to progress as quickly as they could reveal?
In the landscape of extended schools and classes, where was the Cambridge plan designed and published?
In the landscape of extended schools and classes, where was the Cambridge plan designed and published?
What is the perspective of educators and psychologists towards specialized classrooms and schools for gifted students?
What is the perspective of educators and psychologists towards specialized classrooms and schools for gifted students?
How did William Stern describe specialized classrooms for gifted students?
How did William Stern describe specialized classrooms for gifted students?
According to research regarding classrooms for elite students, what general conclusion can be drawn about their effectiveness?
According to research regarding classrooms for elite students, what general conclusion can be drawn about their effectiveness?
What is true about organizing specific classes for gifted children?
What is true about organizing specific classes for gifted children?
What has to be considered when organizing specific programs for gifted children?
What has to be considered when organizing specific programs for gifted children?
In the early stages of the promotion plan in Sankemis City, how often were promotions initially suggested to be given?
In the early stages of the promotion plan in Sankemis City, how often were promotions initially suggested to be given?
Subsequent to the initial plan, what adjustment was made regarding the frequency of promotions in the Sankemis City initiative?
Subsequent to the initial plan, what adjustment was made regarding the frequency of promotions in the Sankemis City initiative?
Following adjustments to the promotion schedule, how often were gifted students given an opportunity for promotion?
Following adjustments to the promotion schedule, how often were gifted students given an opportunity for promotion?
What was the primary reason behind suggesting frequent promotions for gifted students, according to the early literature?
What was the primary reason behind suggesting frequent promotions for gifted students, according to the early literature?
What percentage of gifted students can entirely concentrate on their work?
What percentage of gifted students can entirely concentrate on their work?
What is a common trait of gifted students regarding their knowledge and skills?
What is a common trait of gifted students regarding their knowledge and skills?
Flashcards
Early Development
Early Development
Gifted individuals learn to speak and walk earlier than their peers.
Extensive Vocabulary
Extensive Vocabulary
Gifted students possess a large vocabulary that they use to accelerate their linguistic growth.
Strong Memory
Strong Memory
Gifted students have an excellent memory, allowing for the retention of facts.
Focused and Diligent
Focused and Diligent
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Early Reading
Early Reading
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Abstract Interest
Abstract Interest
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Above-Level Performance
Above-Level Performance
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Origin of Special Classes
Origin of Special Classes
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1862: First Recognition
1862: First Recognition
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Frequent Promotions
Frequent Promotions
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1886: New Jersey Experiments
1886: New Jersey Experiments
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Individual Progress
Individual Progress
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Maximize Potential
Maximize Potential
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1891: Cambridge Plan
1891: Cambridge Plan
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Global Acceptance
Global Acceptance
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William Stern's Term
William Stern's Term
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Ongoing Debate
Ongoing Debate
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Study Notes
Chapter Three: Nurturing and Educating the Gifted
- Gifted individuals generally begin talking and walking earlier than their peers.
- They have extensive vocabularies that facilitate accelerated language development.
- They possess strong memories and excel academically.
- They are usually focused and dedicated to their studies, with about 50% reading before starting school.
- Once enrolled, they develop a keen interest in abstract subjects.
- They typically perform above their grade level.
Educating the Gifted
- Historically, gifted individuals were tutored privately by parents or teachers.
- The concept of special classes or schools for gifted students is relatively new.
- The earliest initiative to distinguish gifted students in the United States occurred in 1862, in the form of promotion plans in the city of Sankmiss.
- The plan suggested promotions every six months initially, then every three months.
- Later, this became every five months, with the idea that frequent promotions would recognize and encourage gifted students.
- Experiments took place in New Jersey in 1886, where kids were separated into groups based on ability and potential to progress at their own speed.
- The results showed all students could reach their maximum ability through the approach.
- The Cambridge Plan was created in Europe in 1891 for grades 4-9.
- Special classes and schools are now generally accepted by psychologists and educators for teaching gifted students.
- William Stern calls these classes "elite classes".
- Research indicates that they yield satisfactory results.
- There are debates regarding the desirability and suitability of specialized education for gifted students.
Arguments in Favor of Special Classes
- Some valueable ideas are raised on both sides of this issue.
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