Meaning Motivation
CISD Gifted and Talented Identification Training
KOI: Learner Definition
"The student exhibits an inner drive for thorough, independent understanding that results in the development of expertise in one or more areas. the student is philosophical, pursues issues atypical of agemates, demonstrates and extensive memory, and asks penetrating, intellectual questions."
KOI: Learners from Diverse Cultures
"Has a strong desire to learn; intense, sometimes unusual interests; demonstrates a large storehouse of information with expertise beyond age group in one or more topics; pursues intellectual or philosophical questions."
KOI: Learners from Poverty
"Curious and independent: asks questions that are focused on relationships; extensive memory about people and conversations; questions things related to fairness issues."