Gifted Children

By:
Hina Ali
Anika Tariq
Fabia Ayaz
Zainab Kasmani
Introduction
 What does giftedness mean
Students with exceptional capability to perform—at higher levels compared to
others of the same age, experience, and environment in one or more domains.

Giftedness often includes advanced thinking, problem-solving skills, and

creative talents beyond what’s typical.

Many psychologists and educators define giftedness based on intelligence

test scores.
IQ above 130
 Characteristics of Gifted children

Cognitive Traits: Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills:

● Fast learners : Quickly understand Divergent Thinking: Generate multiple

new concepts solutions to a single problem.

● High curiosity : Ask deep or complex Early ability to understand abstract

questions concepts

● Advanced memory : Remember Resilience in Problem-Solving: Tend to

facts easily persist through difficult problems.

Cross-Disciplinary Connections: They are

able to connect ideas across different
subjects.
 IQ Tests
WISC (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Stanford-Binet Intelligence Test (5th
Children) Edition)

● Comprehensive tool assessing Verbal Measures cognitive abilities across five

Comprehension, Visual-Spatial abilities, key areas:
Working Memory, Fluid Reasoning, and 1. Fluid Reasoning
Processing Speed. 2. Knowledge
3. Quantitative Reasoning
● Provides both an overall Full Scale IQ 4. Visual-Spatial Processing
(FSIQ) and index scores that highlight
5. Working Memory
cognitive strengths and weaknesses.

● Particularly useful for identifying Designed for a wider age range (2 years
asynchronous development in gifted to adult) and often used for extremely
children (e.g., high verbal skills but average gifted (profoundly gifted) assessments.
processing speed).
 Achievement tests
Evaluate academic proficiency in specific subjects like reading, mathematics, science,
and writing.
Gifted students typically perform significantly above grade level.

Examples include:
➔ Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Achievement
➔ State-standardized tests

Discrepancy between IQ and achievement may highlight twice-exceptionality.

For example: A child who can solve complex science problems verbally but struggles to
write essays because of dysgraphia (writing disorder).

What is Twice-Exceptionality?
Twice-exceptional (2e) children are both gifted and have a learning disability at the same
time.
 Teacher and Parent Nominations
Teachers observe:
● Rapid learning, advanced vocabulary, and
unusual problem-solving skills.
● Social and emotional traits like leadership,
empathy, and sensitivity.

Parents may report:

● Early milestones (e.g., speaking early, reading
independently before school age).
● Intense curiosity or extreme focus on interests.

Behavioral Checklists and Observations:

● Tools like the Gifted Rating Scales (GRS).
● Structured observations help detect
non-academic forms of giftedness (e.g., artistic
or leadership abilities).
TYPES of
GIFTED
CHILDREN
 TYPES
Gifted children are those who demonstrate outstanding levels of aptitude or competence in one or more domains. They are
not a homogenous group, and their gifts can manifest in various ways. Here are types of gifted children , based on
characteristics and developmental profiles:

1. Intellectual Giftedness

● Description : Exceptional ability to learn, reason, and solve problems.

● Signs : High IQ, early reading, excellent memory, advanced vocabulary.

2. Creative Giftedness

● Description : High levels of originality, imagination, and innovative thinking.

● Signs : Comes up with unique ideas, enjoys experimenting, strong in the arts.

3. Academic Giftedness

● Description : Exceptional performance in one or more academic areas.

● Signs : Advanced skills in subjects like math, science, or language arts.
 TYPES
4. Leadership Giftedness

● Description : Natural ability to lead, influence, and organize people.

● Signs : Takes initiative, good decision-maker, respected by peers.

5. Artistic Giftedness

● Description : Exceptional talent in music, visual arts, dance, or drama.

● Signs : High sensitivity to aesthetic details, early artistic ability.

6. Psychomotor Giftedness

● Description : Advanced physical ability or athleticism.

● Signs : Excellent coordination, excels in sports or physical tasks.

7. Emotional or Social Giftedness

● Description : High empathy, moral reasoning, or social insight.

● Signs : Deep concern for others, mature understanding of social issues.
THEORIES
 Theories
3. Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences
1. Lewis Terman’s IQ-Based Theory
● There are many types of intelligence , such as:
● Giftedness = high IQ (usually above 130).
○ Word smart, number smart, picture smart, music
● Focuses only on intelligence (logic, reasoning).
smart, body smart, people smart, self smart, nature
● Believes gifted children are healthier and more
smart.
successful.
● A child can be gifted in any area , not just school subjects.
● Easy to test using IQ tests.
● Encourages teachers to support different strengths .
● Limitation : Doesn’t include creativity or other
talents.

2. Joseph Renzulli’s Three-Ring Theory 4. Robert Sternberg’s Triarchic Theory

● Giftedness is made of three things :
● Giftedness includes three types of intelligence :
○ High ability (smart).
1. Analytical – solving problems, like in school.
○ Creativity (new ideas).
2. Creative – coming up with new ideas.
○ Task commitment (hard work and focus).
3. Practical – using knowledge in real life.
● A child must show all three rings to be considered
● A gifted child may be strong in one or more of these areas.
gifted.
● Recognizes effort and passion, not just IQ.
 Theories
5. Francoys Gagné’s DMGT (Differentiated Model of
Giftedness and Talent) 7. Sternberg & Zhang’s Mental
● Giftedness = natural ability (born with it). Self-Government Theory
● Talent = skills developed over time.
● Compares thinking styles to
● A child needs support (training, motivation) to turn a gift into a
government roles:
talent.
○ Legislative – likes creating
● Focuses on growth and development of skills.
and planning.
○ Executive – follows rules,
6. Dabrowski’s Overexcitabilities Theory
likes structure.
● Gifted children may have strong emotions and reactions in 5 ○ Judicial – analyzes and
areas: evaluates.
○ Physical energy (hyperactive), ● Gifted children think and learn in
○ Senses (sensitive to light, sound), different styles .
○ Thinking (deep thoughts),
○ Imagination (creative),
○ Emotions (strong feelings).
● These are signs of inner growth, not problems.
EDUCATIONAL
APPROACHES
1. Response to Intervention for Gifted Learners (RtI-G)

Type: Tiered intervention model adapted for gifted education.

Description:
This model uses data-driven decision-making to identify gifted students' needs and
provide tiered, progressively intensive support.

● Tier 1: Differentiated instruction in the general classroom.

● Tier 2: Targeted enrichment or accelerated support for identified students.
● Tier 3: Intensive, individualized interventions (e.g., mentorships, independent studies).

Why it's effective :

● Monitors progress regularly.

● Tailors intervention to the student’s specific academic and emotional profile.
● Keeps them in their social peer group, reducing emotional disruption.
2. Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM)

Type: Intervention and talent development framework.

Description:
Developed by Joseph Renzulli, SEM uses strength-based interventions such as
interest-based projects, creative problem solving, and advanced learning activities.

● Encourages Type I (exploratory), Type II (thinking skills), and Type III

(independent investigations) enrichment.

Why it's effective:

● Promotes autonomy, creativity, and self-regulation.

● Builds confidence and social collaboration through group projects and
interest clusters.
3. Affective Curriculum Interventions
Type: Social-emotional intervention designed specifically for gifted learners.

Description:
Structured programs that teach gifted students how to manage perfectionism,
asynchronous development, social challenges, and emotional intensity.

● Often delivered via school counselors, psychologists, or trained gifted

educators.

Examples:

● SENG Model (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted): Counseling and group
support.
● Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) adapted for gifted youth.
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