Gifted Students – Page 10 – Teaching for Talent

Gifted Identification Series Post #3: Why Did Schools Use a Cut-off IQ Score to Identify Gifted Students?

Post #3 in my Gifted Identification Series.

Underrepresentation and Inequity: The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same, Dr. Donna Ford

Learn about Dr. Donna Y. Ford’s “Dirty Dozen” with regard to underrepresentation in gifted programs.

Dad’s Best Man: Exploring Paternal Influence on Gifted Males

The session led by Dr. Thomas P. Hébert explored how fathers influence the talent development of high-achieving sons. Key themes identified included fathers’ work ethic, role as teachers, maintenance of rituals, respect for their sons, and their supportive presence. The findings prompt reflection on parenting dynamics and their impact on children’s growth.

NAGC 2023 Opening Keynote Address, 11/9: The Innovator’s Mindset (George Couros)

These are my take-aways from the
Opening Keynote address by George Couros at NAGC2023 in November, 2023.

Gifted Identification Series Post #2: Nature- The Pre-Historic Gifted IQ Cut-off Score

In early winter 1986, the author aimed to enroll in a “Mentorship in Law” class for senior year but was deemed ineligible due to not being identified as a gifted student. Despite a score of 128, just shy of the gifted cutoff of 130, the experience led to reflections on high-stakes testing.

Gifted Identification Series Post #1: Let’s Start at the Beginning…

This blog post introduces a series focused on understanding the identification of gifted students. It addresses the nature versus nurture debate in giftedness, affirming that both factors contribute to intelligence. The author, Ann, intends to share insights and personal experiences to help teachers better understand giftedness in their students.