UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORTING GIFTED AND TALENTED STUDENTS
Keywords:
gifted and talented students, emotional struggles, support, academic and personal growth, cultural and socioeconomic factors, collaboration, peer mentorship, lifelong learning, innovative programs and initiatives.Abstract
This article discusses the emotional struggles that gifted and talented
students face, which impact their social and academic well-being. The article
highlights the importance of creating a supportive environment conducive to the
students' growth, recognizing cultural and socioeconomic factors that may affect the
identification and support of gifted students, and providing opportunities for
intellectual growth beyond traditional classroom settings. The article suggests
practical strategies for fostering peer mentorship and collaboration in the classroom
and lists various innovative programs and initiatives that prioritize a strengths-based
approach to education for gifted and talented students.
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