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Full integration: ~whole group instruction, alternate activities upon work completion ~holistic curriculum designed and adapted to accommodate all learning styles , modalities, multiple intelligences and processing styles ~sophisticated discourse techniques which incorporate higher level thinking, open-ended questioning strategies (Maker, 1996) ~acceleration |
~few modifications using an integrated approach which accommodates styles and individual learners ~requires well-trained teachers, up to date on current practices |
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Individual modification of program: ~depth: horizontal enrichment: curriculum developed to meet the needs of the highly able learner ~breadth: vertical enrichment independent learning activities ~pace: compacted curriculum-student meets expectations at his/her own pace |
~evaluation adapted for the individual learner ~requires specialized training for classroom facilitators |
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Congregated gifted classes: withdrawal for small group instruction and pull-out programs (Renzulli, 1987) |
~clustering of gifted learners with an independent program created by another teacher |
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Home schooling through distance education, (McLoughlin, 1998) |
~requires parents with expertise and patience |
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Extra-curricular activities: Saturday programs, after school activities i.e. ABC |
Parents must ensure ~that children are not over booked (Elkind) with highly-structured, organized activities ~that activities support both cognitive and affective needs (Shore, 1996) |
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