Differentiated education for gifted students differ from standards-based education in number of key areas:
- Acceleration of concepts and skill building: Acceleration is important for gifted students who have the ability to learn at an accelerated pace, but they are likely not challenged enough in school. For example, a student may be ready and probably eager to learn new concepts in Math.
- Depth and Research: Gifted students have potential to go much deeper into certain area of study and do independent research to understand finer details, pattern, trends, and rules. For example, a student may work on certain aspects of Science project to go much in depth and understand it.
- Complexity of area of study: Gifted students can enjoy complexity of area of study. With guidance, they can come up with multiple perspectives,
- Critical thinking: Gifted students can enjoy learning experiences that encourage individualized thinking, research, and expression.
What keys do you think are important for gifted education?