Στάσεις και απόψεις στελεχών εκπαίδευσης των Πρότυπων και Πειραματικών Σχολειών: Διερεύνηση πλαισίου για την υποστήριξη των χαρισματικών μαθητών

Abstract

In this current study, the topic of Model and Experimental schools of the Greek educational system and their relevance with the charismatic students is going to be investigated .The basic time periods of reformation and transformation of the legal framework pertaining to the operation of two levels of education in certain school structures are presented. According to the chronological distinction which was realized, the features relating to the function and the organization of Model and Experimental schools are presented below. Furthermore, the differences associated with the ways of   introducing and selecting teachers, the procedure of evaluating the educational work and the adoption and the implementation of educational innovations are studied as well. This study, also, focuses on the opinions and attitudes of the educational members that used to work or are still working in these schools. Last but not least, an interview performed by four school principals of these schools was used as a methodological tool to record their viewpoints. Αs a result, their comments and thoughts concerning the changes they have  experienced, the results they have noticed themselves  and the assessment they undergo in the framework of the operation of the institution of Model and Experimental and association between their schools and gifted students are annotated. Finally, their role and their contribution to the enhancement of the education provided, the introduction of innovations, the promotion of excellence and the capability of supporting the charismatic children are examined.