What teaching methods do gifted education teachers use?
Gifted program teachers tend to use techniques that allow for more independence, self pacing, and cooperative learning experiences. A focus on higher order critical thinking skills and the use of thematic instruction is also common. Chapter Three in Parents Guide to IQ Testing and Gifted Education explores these and other teaching techniques used in GATE or TAG programs. Chapter Three also looks at alternatives to public school gifted programs such as home schooling, private schools, magnet schools, and summer enrichment programs.
