What are the characteristics of a twice Exceptional student?
The characteristics of students identified as gifted and learning disabled (G/LD) vary greatly. The following characteristics are general commonalities that have been noted in the research. Please understand, however, that all, some or none may be exhibited by twice exceptional students.
AREAS of GIFTEDNESS
Cognitive abilities
Academic
Study skills
Social/Emotional traits
Spacial skills
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AREAS of CHALLENGE
Cognitive abilities
Academic
Study skills
Social/Emotional traits
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Horowitz, S.H. (2013). Giftedness and Learning Disabilities. National Center for Learning Disabilities. Retrieved December 29, 2013 from http://www.ncld.org/types-learning-disabilities/adhd-related-issues/giftedness/giftedness-learning-disabilities
Montgomery County Public Schools. Department of Curriculum and Instruction. (2002). A Guidebook for Twice Exceptional Students: Supporting the Achievement of Gifted Students with Special Needs. Retrieved December 29, 2013 from http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/2e.guidebook.pdf
Nielsen, M., & Higgins, L. (2005). The Eye of the Storm Services and Programs for Twice-Exceptional Learners. Teaching Exceptional Children, 38(1), 8-15.
Montgomery County Public Schools. Department of Curriculum and Instruction. (2002). A Guidebook for Twice Exceptional Students: Supporting the Achievement of Gifted Students with Special Needs. Retrieved December 29, 2013 from http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/2e.guidebook.pdf
Nielsen, M., & Higgins, L. (2005). The Eye of the Storm Services and Programs for Twice-Exceptional Learners. Teaching Exceptional Children, 38(1), 8-15.