Gifted Praxis (5358)-Development and
Characteristics of Gifted Students
Asynchronous Development - answer The varying degrees and levels of development
that children have in different developmental areas.
Asynchronous Development - answer When development is "out of sync."
Tips for dealing with Asynchronous Development - answer*Learn to detect or diagnose
gifted children's asynchronous development in various areas.
*Allow gifted children to grow and to develop based on their appropriate developmental
levels.
*Be creative in managing gifted children's asynchronous development.
*Seek the help of professionals when necessary.
Early indicators of giftedness - answer*advanced verbal ability
*curiosity and imagination
*early achievement of milestones
*ability to focus attention intensely
*accelerated rate of learning
Example of Advanced Verbal Ability - answerThe ability to express thoughts readily and
clearly is often a characteristic of a gifted child.
Example of Keen Observation and Curiosity - answerAn acute awareness of self and
the environment is typical of a gifted child. The child may persistently pursue a line of
questioning to learn more about topics of interest.
Example of Intense Concentration - answerThe child can become totally engrossed in
topics of interest while being oblivious to surrounding events. A broad and changing
spectrum of interests: The child may be involved in many self-initiated projects at the
same time.
Example of Complex Processing of Information - answerA gifted child is able to
perceive relationships, comprehend implications, and process a large amount of
information.
Example of Creativity and Inventiveness (Imagination) - answerThe child is able to view
situations from varying perspectives, develop and explore alternative approaches, and
generate novel products.
