Gifted Education Programme: Enrichment Model
The GEP Enrichment Model is an eclectic one, with elements and practices drawn from the conceptual models of a number of gifted programmes over the world. Enrichment in the GEP is built upon the regular curriculum of subject syllabi.
Enrichment is achieved through curriculum differentiation in 4 areas:
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Content Enrichment
The GEP curriculum:
- extends beyond the basic syllabus in depth and breadth
- covers more advanced topics whenever necessary
- caters more to individual needs and interests
- makes interdisciplinary connections
- encourages the investigation of real-life problems
- promotes the examination of affective issues in the various subject areas
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Process Enrichment
The GEP curriculum:
- develops higher level thinking skills
- provides opportunities for discovery and experiential learning
- provides for open-ended problem solving
- teaches research skills for independent study
- uses varied teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles
- provides for small group activities
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Product Enrichment
The GEP curriculum
- encourages modes of presentations beyond traditional assignments
- provides for creative expressions
- reflects real-world variety
- values authentic learning
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Learning Environment
The GEP curriculum:
- provides a supportive and learner-centred environment
- supports risk-taking
- provides a stimulating physical environment
- provides out-of-school learning experiences (e.g. field trips and community involvement programmes)
- provides out-of-school extensions (e.g. mentorship attachments in collaboration with tertiary institutions)