It is important to understand the language that guides educators of the gifted to develop appropriate curriculum for this specific population. When discussing gifted children, there are frequently used terms that help to describe their characteristics and behaviors. There is also language that is used to signify instruction and environment related to gifted. It is beneficial for you to understand, refer to, and use the appropriate vocabulary when dealing with your gifted students. You may want to print the list of gifted terminology to keep handy.
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