Cabinet approves Gifted and Talented Education policy
Published:
3 months ago
Source:
GhanaWeb
Cabinet has approved the implementation of a Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) programme in Ghana, aimed at providing enhanced and accelerated education for gifted and talented children. The GATE programme will cater to learners with exceptional abilities, talents, and potential for accomplishments, requiring special provisions to meet their educational needs. These children typically exhibit exceptional achievements or potentials in areas such as high-level intelligence, specific aptitudes, creative thinking, superior talent in visual and performing arts, natural leadership, and outstanding performance in athletics or mechanical skills. Despite being a key priority in most educational systems worldwide, GATE has not been introduced in Ghana's publicly-funded or private education sector. The Education Strategic Plan (2018-2030) also fails to highlight GATE education as a key strategy for socio-economic transformation.