As per the New Jersey Student Learning Standards, the classroom teacher will differentiate instruction to address the needs of the gifted student in the regular classroom. The gifted teacher may provide for the differentiated needs of gifted and talented students in small groups by:
a. Presenting content material that is related to broad-based issues, themes, or problems.
b. Integrating multiple disciplines and essential questions into the study area.
c. Allowing for in-depth learning of a topic selected by the student within thematic units.
d. Developing the student’s independent and self-directed study and research skills.
e. Integrating higher level thinking skills into the curriculum.
f. Focusing on open-ended tasks and solving challenging problems.
g. Providing opportunities for collaboration during different aspects of the learning process.
h. Providing opportunities to present to authentic audiences.
i. Encouraging self-reflection and evaluation.