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ERIC Number: EJ190430
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1978
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What Makes Giftedness? Reexamining a Definition.
Renzulli, Joseph S.
Phi Delta Kappan, v60 n3 p180-84,261 Nov 1978, Nov78
After reviewing old definitions of giftedness and research dealing with characteristics of the gifted, the author presents a definition that focuses on three clusters of traits--above average general ability, high level of task commitment, and high level of creativity. (IRT)
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Definitions, Elementary Secondary Education, Exceptional Child Research, Gifted, Identification, Talent, Talent Identification
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Language: English
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