Chapter 15: Learners with Special Gifts

Question 1

5 components of giftedness

Answer 1

1. Precocity (early development)
2. Insight
3. Genius (intellect)
4. Creativity
5. Talent (aptitude / accomplishments)

Question 2

Sterberg’s Theory of giftedness

Answer 2

Three main types of giftedness…

1. Analytic (science stem)
2. Synthetic (art stem)
3. Practical
   - Giftedness should be judged on excellence, rarity, and value.

Question 3

Giftedness + Mental Illness prevalence?

Answer 3

No difference with normal population!

Question 4

Which one of the following statements reflects a common misconception about giftedness?

a) Children who are gifted usually like school.
b) Motivation and creativity are as much of an indicator of giftedness as IQ.
c) Some people are gifted in one area only.
d) Individuals who are gifted intellectually tend to be socially inept.

Answer 4

d) individuals who are gifted intellectually tend to be socially inept

Question 5

What is the prevalence of gifted children?

Answer 5

3-5%

Question 6

What factors influence giftedness

Answer 6

1. Genetics

2. Social/environment: stimulation, expectations, encouragement, enriched learning environment

Question 7

What are the two main sterotypes of people with special gifts?

Answer 7

1. Physically weak, socially inept, narrow in interests, prone to emotional instability
2. Superior in intelligence, physique, social attractiveness, achievement, emotional stability

Question 8

How can we prevent underachiegment?

Answer 8

Enrichment

Acceleration

Question 9

Which group is not normally neglected for special gift identification?

A) Cultural and ethnic minority groups

B) Low SES

C) Females

D) Students with disabilities

E) Males

Answer 9

E) Males

Question 10

Schools are federally required to provide special education for children who are gifted

True or False

Answer 10

False