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Selecting the Test
Tests should be selected that will draw on the strengths of the child. Of special consideration is the degree of verbal content on a test. Tests with significant verbal content should be used with caution when assessing linguistically and culturally diverse students. Ideally, a variety of ...
Testing 1,2,3: Evaluating a Child for Giftedness
All children have gifts. But some have more gifts than others. Perhaps you suspect that your child might be one of them. But with the overabundance of definitions, criteria, assessments, and theories on what a gifted child is, you're confused as to how to get a proper assessment.
Source: Education.com
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Above-Level Testing
Why above-level testing? Some gifted students may "bump their heads" against the ceilings of tests and assessment...
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Commonly Used Testing Instruments
Following is a listing of some tests commonly used to assess ability or screen for potential giftedness. Additional...
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Use of the WISC-IV for Gifted Identification
School districts use multi-faceted approaches to identify gifted students. Some states and districts employ...
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With the Eyes of a Teacher: Spotting Students with High Potential
Teachers are special people – there is no doubt about it. Every day we have the lives of our students in our hands....
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Selecting the Test Administrator
Testing can be done either privately or through the school system. There are pros and cons with each...
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