The task of defining and constructing
curriculum for cognitive and specific academically gifted students is a
major challenge for educators of the gifted. Gifted students require
an expanded curriculum in order to realize their potential and maximize
their intellectual and personal growth. This often takes the form of
teacher-developed units and/or activities that are based on the following
seven areas:
1. research
2. problem-solving
3. critical thinking
4. creative thinking
5. communication
6. leadership
7. self-concept/ interpersonalrelationships
