Models+of+Giftedness

=Models of giftedness=

There is no one single way to define gifted and talented students. Models are used to help explain giftedness and what classes students as gifted. There are three common types of model.

Gagnes model of differentiated model of giftedness and talent Focus is on the potential of students.

Renzulli's three ring concept Focus is on having creativity, above average general abilities, and task commitment.

Tannenbaum's five interacting concepts. General ability, environmental supports, nonintellectual requisites,special aptitude and chance.

Maori concept of gifted and talented It is also to include in these models Maori concept of gifted and talented since Maori have a different concept to that of the western concept and is based more on a holistic view.