CHARACTERISTICS OF GIFTED STUDENTS 

There are many misconceptions surrounding giftedness. For people not familiar with gifted education and high-ability students, it is easy for these myths to become belief.
These myths unfortunately have the power to reduce the quality of education, increase masking in students, and can lead to frustration in students.

RACIAL, LINGUISTIC, ETHNIC, AND CULTURAL LENS
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​Educators need to recognize and appreciate the many diverse differences between students and how they set them apart. Strong support systems must be build around and for diverse learners to keep them engaged and encouraged.
A statement from the National Association for Gifted Children speaks about the importance of serving these groups effectively.

ECONOMICS IN GIFTED EDUCATION

It is no lie that gifted students in low-income households do not get the same recognition as a gifted student in a higher-income household. These students may not get the same opportunities as their counterparts causing them to fall behind in the classroom.
It is important to dismantle certain ideas regarding economic status and learn about how it can cause low recognition.

EXCEPTIONALITIES IN GIFTED EDUCATION

Many students are gifted but also experience impairments when it comes to learning, such as ADHD, Autism, or certain processing disorders. These learning disabilities can hinder the process of identifying giftedness or even vice versa.
Learn more about twice and thrice-exceptionalities and how it can lead to misdiagnosis, behavioral issues, and loss of ability. 

PLACE AND HOME LENS

Students in rural versus urban schools are faced with different opportunities and have different experiences. Low-funded schools may under-identify gifted students due to less resources or outdated materials. While on the other hand, highly-funded schools have better, more advanced resources for gifted students and parents. 
Gifted students may also have a different experience based on their home setting. Students with great support and stimuli at home will better develop their skills, while students on the latter will not. ​

AFFECT AND IDENTITY IN GIFTED EDUCATION
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Students of many identities make up gifted classrooms and will have different needs in and out of the classroom. Educators must strive to create instruction that appreciates and welcomes identities to promote unique social development of all students.
Learn more about how nurturing these milestones can promote the development of gifted children.