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Gifted education - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (1088 words) |
 | Gifted education is a broad term for special practices, procedures and theories used in the education of children who have been identified as gifted or talented. |
 | Gifted programmes are often cut when budgets are tight, partly because they are seen as a luxury and partly because their unpopularity means supporters of such programmes will not have many allies. |
 | In many states, the population of gifted students who are being homeschooled is rising quite rapidly, as school districts responding to budgetary issues and standards-based policies are cutting what limited gifted education program remain extant, and families seek educational opportunities that are tailored to each child's unique needs. |
| Gifted and Talented Education (176 words) |
 | Gifted and talented students can be found in all communities regardless of their cultural or economic backgrounds. |
 | It is critical for gifted and talented students to be given appropriate opportunity, stimulation and the experiences to develop their potential and satisfy their learning needs. |
 | Gifted and talented children are encouraged to explore their particular talents through enriched curriculum options, including special camps and after-school-hours programs. |