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A Checklist for
Gifted and Talented Pupils
An individual
does not need to display all the characteristics to be regarded as highly
able
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Learns easily
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Original, imaginative, creative
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Persistent, resourceful, self-directed
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Inquisitive, sceptical
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Informed in unusual areas often beyond their years
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Artistic
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Outstanding vocabulary, verbally fluent
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Musical
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Independent worker, shows or takes initiative
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Good judgement, logical
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Versatile, many interests
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Shows unusual insights
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Shows high level of sensitivity, empathy
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Has an excellent sense of humour
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Exhibits unusually extroverted or introverted behaviour
within a group
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Unusually high motivation and self expression
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Speed and agility of thought preference for verbal rather
than written expressions
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Shows leadership qualities
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Socially adept
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Physical
NACE – National Association for Able Children in Education
How to
distinguish the bright pupil from the gifted
learner
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Bright Child: |
Gifted Learner: |
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Knows the answers |
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Asks the questions |
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Is interested |
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Is highly curious |
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Is attentive |
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Is mentally and physically
involved |
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Has good ideas |
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Has wild, silly ideas |
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Works hard |
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Plays around, yet tests well |
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Answers the questions |
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Discusses in detail,
elaborates |
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Top groups |
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Beyond groups |
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Listens with interest |
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Shows strong feelings and
opinions |
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Learns with ease |
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Already knows |
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6-8 repetitions to mastery |
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1-2 repetitions for mastery |
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Understands ideas |
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Constructs abstractions |
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Enjoys peers |
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Prefers adults |
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Grasps the meaning |
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Draws inferences |
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Completes assignments |
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Initiates projects |
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Is receptive |
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Is intense |
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Copies accurately |
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Creates a new design |
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Enjoys school |
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Enjoys learning |
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Absorbs information |
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Manipulates information |
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Technician |
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Inventor |
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Good at memorising |
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Good at guessing |
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Prefers simplicity |
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Thrives on complexity |
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Is alert |
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Is keenly observant |
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· Is
pleased with own learning |
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Is highly self-critical |
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