THE CHALLENGES OF PLANNING INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAMMES FOR GIFTED STUDENTS

Individualized programmes for gifted students are one of the ways in which curricula can be adapted to take account of the identified educational needs of gifted students. Planning is a key phase in ensuring that these programmes are carried out in a high-quality manner. This article explores the challenges faced in the planning of individualized programmes for gifted students, such as: purpose and objectives, selection of a concept of ‘giftedness' and of a curriculum model, the planning process, the engagement of students, parents and teachers, and the planning of the document.