Cultural Atributes

Has knowledge of cultural traditions and practices
Is able to share aspects of their culture with others
Has mana amongst peers from the same culture
Is able to lead others in cultural contexts
May be able to express themselves through culturally derived performance, art, dress or technologies
May speak two or more languages fluently
Driven to be of service to their particular culture/community
Is able to switch between cultural expectations.
Has pride in their culture

Be constrained by cultural practice eg: expectation to be obedient means they may be reluctant to ask questions
May be conflicted between school culture and home culture and become unsure, withdrawn and underachieving
Can be very talented in many areas but need literacy support
Can suffer culture shock or be traumatised by life events in other countries

Indigeneous conceptions of giftedness.pdf

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