Ohio Department of Education Categories for Gifted Identification
Definition:
“Gifted students perform or show potential for performing at remarkably high levels of accomplishment when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment.”
Superior Cognitive Ability
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Uses higher-level thinking skills
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Demonstrates unusually advanced vocabulary
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Possesses broad knowledge across many topics
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Quickly masters and recalls factual information
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Observes keenly
Specific Academic Ability
(Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies)
Creative Thinking Ability
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Approaches problem-solving in unique or unusual ways
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Generates many alternatives, consequences, or responses
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Invents unique and original products
Visual and Performing Arts Ability
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Demonstrates exceptional skill, technique, or sensitivity in visual art, music, dance, or drama
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Expresses ideas or emotions in artistic forms at a level significantly beyond peers
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Shows originality and creativity in artistic performance or production
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Maintains strong focus, persistence, and passion for artistic development
