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There was a time when report card grades were the measure for which students were selected for “gifted and talented education.” Today, the selection process for these programs is more complicated. Though criteria vary by states and even individual schools, most gifted and talented programs require testing in some form as a means of getting in. This can cause pressure for both students who are qualified for such benefits and their parents as well. Luckily, there are organizations that provide insight into these gifted/talented tests and methods for successful results.
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If your child is being considered for a gifted/talented program, he/she may be offered the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). This multiple-choice test is designed to measure a student’s academic aptitude and cognitive development. It is frequently used to identify and admit children into a school’s gifted/talented program.
One aspect of the CogAT that separates it from others such as IQ test is that it measures standardized reasoning and problem-solving skills rather than intellectual potential. Therefore, the CogAT is a measurement of learned skills, which can be improved. This is excellent news for parents and educators who wish to recommend their student for a gifted/talented program.
Regardless of a student’s age or grade level, preparation is essential for success. The CogAT Form 7 is no exception. In order for your child to ace this test, it’s important that they understand the process of taking it. Gathering information regarding the administration of the CogAT Form 7 will allow your child to envision what is expected when taking the exam and in what form the test will appear. This can reduce test-taking anxiety which will improve results.
Ultimately, no test is comprehensive enough to measure how gifted or talented a child is. And no child should feel judged by a test score. Children should understand when being assessed for gifted/talented programs that it is just one aspect of their education, and that there is no failure involved. As parents and educators, you can make sure that your student is fully prepared for tests like the CogAT. However, your positive assessment of the child’s individual gifts and talents should be clear to them; that’s a test they should always pass.
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