Zaretta Hammond emphasizes the interconnectedness of rigor and cultural responsiveness in education, which can be particularly relevant for gifted education and talent development. Her “Ready for Rigor” framework advocates for understanding how culture and cognition influence learning. By fostering relationships, enhancing intellective capacity, and creating inclusive environments, educators can better support the talent development and potential gifted identification of historically underrepresented students.
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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.
Teaching for Talent 