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Characteristics of the Gifted & Talented
- Learns rapidly with little exposure
- Asks thought-provoking questions
- Makes exceptional mental connections using logical or analytical thinking in unique ways
- Displays high levels of thinking and multiple perspectives
- Enjoys self-directed learning
- May display complex humor
- May not be motivated by grades
- Ponders with depth and multiple perspectives
- Already knows
- Infers and connects concepts
- Is beyond the group
- Is curious
- Easily recalls and applies content learned
- Demonstrates subject expertise on assessments
- Has high interest level
- Want to persevere and go beyond peers
- Asks high level questions
- Can elaborate in depth and breadth in detail
- Makes strong connections within mathematical concepts
- Is curious, imaginative, spontaneous and / or divergent
- Connects unrelated ideas in unique ways
- Considers solutions not thought of
- Tests limits and barriers
- Loves unusual ideas and questions
- Overflows with ideas-many may never be developed
- Enjoys off-the-wall humor
- Daydreams; may seem off task
- Questions the need for mastery
- Can challenge peers and / or authority; sees exceptions
- May not be motivated by grades
- Takes an active role in decision-making
- Can foresee consequences and implication of decisions
- Follows through
- Is sought by peers as a leader
- Can accomplish tasks with little or no assistance
- Takes responsibility for successes and failures
- Seeks to serve through community organizations
- Fills extra time with artistic activities
- Shows high level of satisfaction in the arts
- Displays high level of interest and perseverance in the arts
- Makes up original work
- The need to be artistic may override academic needs
