 | Goal 1: |
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The gifted program will provide the opportunity to develop and apply
critical thinking skills.
* Demonstrate the ability to think critically and analytically.
* Demonstrate the ability to analyze information for meaning and reliability.
* Demonstrate the ability to synthesize and create new ideas/products.
* Demonstrate the ability to reach conclusions and make judgments. |
| Goal 2: |
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The gifted program will provide the opportunity to develop and use
creative thinking skills and problem-solving techniques.
* Identify and apply the components of the creative thinking process.
* Demonstrate the ability to apply creative thinking to a new situation.
* Demonstrate the ability to identify and apply a problem-solving model. |
| Goal 3: |
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The gifted program will provide the opportunity to develop
research skills and the techniques necessary to complete independent study.
* Organize and select a topic for research.
* Demonstrate the ability to use facilities in or outside the classroom for research
purposes, e.g., library, communication webs, etc.
* Apply questioning techniques to aid research.
* Apply research methods.
* Develop an appropriate way to present investigative findings.
* Evaluate the process and product of an independent study. |
| Goal 4: |
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The gifted program will provide the opportunity to develop positive
interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate the use of the five senses to receive information.
* Use oral, written, and other communication skills effectively.
* Determine factors which motivate or hinder self or others.
* Develop decision-making skills. |
