Stronger preschool programs and a stronger regular curriculum for all students will aid in this effort. In addition, schools and communities must develop strategies to serve students from underrepresented groups. The nation must support research and demonstration projects working to develop talent in diverse populations. Schools must eliminate barriers to participation of economically disadvantaged and minority students in services for students with outstanding talents. Encourage appropriate teacher training and technical assistance.
Teachers are the key to success in our vision of excellent education.
They must be prepared to work with advanced materials and to use complex teaching strategies with a variety of students. Teaching materials appropriate for use with talented students also must be developed. The nation also must encourage the kind of teacher training, research, curriculum, and technical assistance necessary to improve educational opportunities for students with outstanding talent. The nation must conduct research on challenging curriculum, assessment standards, and successful teaching strategies. Schools must conduct training sessions for teachers on how to provide challenging curriculum and varied learning opportunities that accommodate the different needs of children.