Answers Quote by Howard Gardner
“In the United States, if you ask teachers, "Are there children whom we should call 'gifted?'", many if not most will say 'No.' That's the politically correct answer. But if you then ask the teacher to rank order students in terms of how well they paint or write or dance, they'll have little difficulty in doing so.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Educational Leadership Magazine, 2015
Teachers recognize giftedness informally, but official labeling is avoided due to political correctness; however, they can still assess talent informally.
In simple terms: Teachers see talent but avoid formal labels.
Key Takeaway
Balance recognition with fairness.
Themes
education
giftedness
politics
assessment
fairness
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
educational
policy
When to use this quote
- classroom evaluation
- talent development
- policy discussion
Key Concepts
development psychology
education policy
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools support gifted students without stigmatizing them?
- What are alternatives to labeling?
A Different Perspective
Labels can limit opportunities for some students.
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