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Myth: The "Ostrich Syndrome": Do Gifted Programs Cure Sick Regular Programs?
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Ward, Marjory – Gifted Child Quarterly, 1982
Gifted programs should not be developed only to compensate for inadequate regular classrooms. Instead, the principles of gifted education should be applied to the total environment, with enrichment activities for gifted students requiring intensity of effort in specialized areas. (CL)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Enrichment, Gifted, Special Classes
Myth: You Have to Do It Alone!
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Sisk, Dorothy – Gifted Child Quarterly, 1982
Followup and tie in between regular classrooms and gifted programs are essential for quality programing. "Ownership" of the program by the entire school community, including counselors, librarians, and administrators, is also important. (CL)
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Program Development