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National Association for Gifted Children
(nagc.org):
Gifted learners must
be given stimulating educational experiences appropriate to their level of
ability if they are to realize their potential.
Giftedness arises from an interaction between innate capabilities and an
environment that challenges and stimulates to bring forth high levels of ability
and talent. These challenges must be available throughout the individual's
lifetime for high levels of actualization of ability and talent to result.
According to research on the nature of intelligence and the brain, we either
progress or we regress depending on our participation in stimulation appropriate
to our level of development.
Each person has the right to learn and to be provided challenges for learning
at the most appropriate level where growth proceeds most effectively. Our
political and social system is based on democratic principles. The school as an
extension of those principles must provide an equal educational opportunity for
all children to develop to their fullest potential. This means allowing gifted
students the opportunity to learn at their level of development.
When given the opportunity gifted students can use their vast amount of
knowledge to serve as a background for unlimited learning. When the needs of
the gifted are considered and the educational program is designed to meet these
needs, these students make significant gains in achievement, and their sense of
competence and well-being is enhanced.
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