6 Different Types of Gifted

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Characteristics: Strong, positive self-concepts, successful, and well respected by others.

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Autonomous Learner

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This student becomes more driven to excel because of the high expectations placed upon them at an early age by their teachers, parents, and peers. They are eager for approval from others. However, they rarely exhibit behavior problems. They score well on achievement tests and intelligence.

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Successful

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Characteristics: This type of student displays they are angry, negative, feeling rejectful & resentful, withdrawn, low self-esteem.

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The Drop out

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Characteristics: Highly creative, tenacious, and unconventional…thinks outside of the box. Unafraid of questioning...

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The Challenging

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Characteristics: Discouraged, frustrated, and critical of themselves. Sometimes impatient, stubborn, and sensitive to criticism. What type is this? Options: Twice-Exceptional, The Drop Out, The Challenging, Autonomous

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The Drop Out

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Characteristics: Pressure to be accepted socially; denies their full capabilities; constant need for encouragement and understanding.

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The Underground Type

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The student who is asleep is demonstrating behaviors that reflect which type of gifted?

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The Dropout

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Paris' character is a representation of the The Underground gifted learner. Select the evidence that best explains this answer.

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She writes poetry and is teaching herself to play the guitar without her friends knowing.

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Based on how Malcolm described himself as BOTH Student A and STUDENT B, do you believe that is possible? Be prepared to explain your response.

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YES or NO