Grinity, I would be afraid that would lead to a lot of kids not being identified, just because there isn't any sort of program that would fit them? I guess I am thinking of level of giftedness and you seem to be referring to areas of strength such as science or language.
I can't say this is the best way to id gifted kids, but it seems in theory, fairly even handed:
Our county has a rubric of at least 5 categories, and uses it for each area it is able to offer services in*, mainly math or verbal, but I think they can adapt the rubric to science, social studies or general ability as needed. *I guess that would be like what you suggest, Grinity!
If I recall it all correctly, is goes like this:
a. Testing, such as Cogat or other Aptitude testing/down to individualized iq or achievement testing if deemed warranted/requested by parent
b. Grades
c. Specific (teacher driven) assessment in Reading, or Math, probably based on more testing/assessment instruments like PALS.
d. Teacher / Parent input on whether child might be gifted, signs that student exhibits, etc. - parents get a lengthy questionnaire with various questions about ways a child likes to learn, books they are currently reading, etc.
e. Work samples either from school or outside of school
At 3rd grade or higher, they also gather input from the student themselves, questionnaire about what they want to learn, why they like learning, etc.
Last edited by chris1234; 05/02/09 04:41 PM.
