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Gifted and talented

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Original poster

Gifted & talented should be stopped!

270 replies

lijaco · 03/10/2008 21:12

I think this should be stopped it isn't accurate, it isn't fair and parents become self obsessed with it. Learning then becomes pressure for kids from parents to be top. If you didn't you wouldn't have this section. STOP IT!

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Piffle · 03/10/2008 22:04

am intelligent myself but struggling to understand what ljaco just said to me.
Yes I do care about spelling and punctuation, give the odd typo.
But ljaco
Focus fgs
A rant is only any good if you focus your rage!
What parents? Those of your students?
Quite honestly I'd shout if I got a school report written by your good self.

cornsilk · 03/10/2008 22:04

Boys those lines won't work on me anymore. (hand to forehead dramatically)

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lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:04

the measures are not accurate, and I do not have the inclination to discuss further. trying to belittle me personally does not back up your points or opinions. In my opinion there are many disadvantaged kids very smart in different subjects. they do not achieve on paper but are far more gifted & talented. Your kids are lucky that you care to even go into school. I would love to see these kids recognised.

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BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:04

[leers]

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lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:05

Sarcasm-lowest form of wit.

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BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:06

Piffle, we ain't bothering engaging with OP anymore. Come and have a slapfest instead.

revjustabout · 03/10/2008 22:06

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cornsilk · 03/10/2008 22:09

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lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:10

Definately touched a nerve!
You seem to have gone off subject.

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Piffle · 03/10/2008 22:11

now ljaco I understand that point and concur.
Entirely with that point.

cornsilk · 03/10/2008 22:11

(just realised this isn't a chat thread which will be deleted in 3 months )

Original poster
lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:11

best thing said all night

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BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:11

I think that I should show you all my bottom

solidgoldbrass · 03/10/2008 22:13

Oi! WHo's starting a kinky sex discussion without inviting me??? (sharpens cane...)

BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:13

Hello you

[shy]

Remotew · 03/10/2008 22:13

You say your son (18) is gifted? Was he included on a register and did you pressure him because of it.

Do you have one or two talented artists in your class of 30. Do you tell them they are at the top of the group in their art. I don't understand why you are so annoyed about it all.

Some parents would be pleased if their kids were identified, some might not give it a second thought but not many would shout at their children to achieve, more likely give gentle encouragement.

Remotew · 03/10/2008 22:18

Ok this thread moved on a bit quick for me . Oh buggar I wanted to see a great G&T kick off.

BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:18

Sorry to disappoint, eve

cornsilk · 03/10/2008 22:19

lol at posters discussing G and T amongst rowdy slap fest.(throws mud at boys and rev)

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lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:21

roisin my secondary school is brilliant and very supportive . We ahve a brilliant facilities. I do use differentiation within my lesson plans and try to keep everything fast moving. My year 10 and 11 groups are very talented practically and have amazing abilities. unfortunately a lot of them are challenging in behaviour, lack of parent interest etc. I put a lot of time and effort into my lessons and really enjoy my job. I would like to see someof these kids included more and not excluded from extra opportunities.

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cornsilk · 03/10/2008 22:21

This is so the best G and T thread on the board at the moment - the other thread is just so square.

Original poster
lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:22

My post was directed at primary education though not secondary ed. It seemsto be there where this G & T is OTT

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lijaco · 03/10/2008 22:24

Thankyou corn silk

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BoysAreLikeDogs · 03/10/2008 22:24

See, OP, that last post from you is succinct.

Not fair, I was enjoying the madness.

Remotew · 03/10/2008 22:24

lijaco, if your school does G&T then include some of these pupils you mentioned on the register for art and they may feel a sense of pride in their work, parents may also take note if you send them the letter home. That is one way it can be beneficial.