Christine L. Weber

Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners offers case studies built on current evidence-based practices and research that support cultural relevancy and responsiveness in terms of assessment, curriculum, instruction, and the learning environment. The case studies in this rich resource analyze various differentiation strategies and their benefits to promote classrooms where every student belongs, every student is valued, and every student is nurtured. This updated edition adds cases that focus on professional learning practices to facilitate educators’ professional growth in the areas of equity, diversity, thrice exceptionality, psychosocial development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), talent development, and social emotional learning. The cases along with accompanying discussion questions, activities, extensions, and suggestions for additional readings facilitate conversations about children and their unique needs by situating learning in authentic and meaningful contexts. Supported by the standards of excellence set forth in the revised NAGC-CEC Teacher Preparation Standards in Gifted and Talented Education and the NAGC-CEC Advanced Standards in Gifted Education Teacher Preparation, this book allows educators and stakeholders to examine issues related to differentiating curriculum and instruction in a variety of contexts.

Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners offers case studies built on current evidence-based practices and research that support cultural relevancy and responsiveness in terms of assessment, curriculum, instruction, and the learning environment. The case studies in this rich resource analyze various differentiation strategies and their benefits to promote classrooms where every student belongs, every student is valued, and every student is nurtured. This updated edition adds cases that focus on professional learning practices to facilitate educators’ professional growth in the areas of equity, diversity, thrice exceptionality, psychosocial development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), talent development, and social emotional learning. The cases along with accompanying discussion questions, activities, extensions, and suggestions for additional readings facilitate conversations about children and their unique needs by situating learning in authentic and meaningful contexts. Supported by the standards of excellence set forth in the revised NAGC-CEC Teacher Preparation Standards in Gifted and Talented Education and the NAGC-CEC Advanced Standards in Gifted Education Teacher Preparation, this book allows educators and stakeholders to examine issues related to differentiating curriculum and instruction in a variety of contexts.

The new edition of Exploring Critical Issues in Gifted Education presents problem-based learning scenarios that explore authentic situations found in K-12 classrooms. The real-world, current issue scenarios and cases described in this text are designed to be read and discussed in a short amount of time, allowing the reader to gain greater understanding through empathy, analyze multiple perspectives, and support the standards of excellence set forth in the 2019 NAGC Pre-K-12 Gifted Programming Standards and the Global Principles for Professional Learning in Gifted Education. This new edition features additional cases focusing on professional learning practices in the areas of equity, thrice exceptionality, psychosocial development, and talent development. An engaging course text and a valuable professional development tool, this book will provide decision-making strategies to analyze cases and personalize solutions – allowing educators to gain the insight needed to improve the identification of and services for gifted and talented students.

The new edition of Exploring Critical Issues in Gifted Education presents problem-based learning scenarios that explore authentic situations found in K-12 classrooms. The real-world, current issue scenarios and cases described in this text are designed to be read and discussed in a short amount of time, allowing the reader to gain greater understanding through empathy, analyze multiple perspectives, and support the standards of excellence set forth in the 2019 NAGC Pre-K-12 Gifted Programming Standards and the Global Principles for Professional Learning in Gifted Education. This new edition features additional cases focusing on professional learning practices in the areas of equity, thrice exceptionality, psychosocial development, and talent development. An engaging course text and a valuable professional development tool, this book will provide decision-making strategies to analyze cases and personalize solutions – allowing educators to gain the insight needed to improve the identification of and services for gifted and talented students.

Several states offer additional teacher preparation programs by providing either an endorsement or certification in the field, but these are often pursued by teachers specifically enrolled in gifted coursework rather than in general education programs. Practitioners and researchers agree that time and energy should be spent on training teachers in how to address the needs of gifted and talented students, both within the regular classroom and in specialized programs. This three-book series acknowledges this need and provides specific strategies for professional development in a variety of settings using various methods. Drawing on both literature in the field and research-based best practices in professional learning, this series provides the reader with a foundation for designing and implementing effective professional development experiences for educators working with gifted learners. This volume acknowledges specific challenges facing both practitioners and their students. The authors present strategies and helpful resources related to several special populations and topics unique to the field, such as twice-exceptional learners, underachieving gifted students, the underrepresentation of minorities, acceleration options, and assisting educators to work with parents. A service publication of the National Association for Gifted Children (Washington, DC)This designation indicates that this book has been jointly developed with NAGC and that this book passes the highest standards of scholarship, research, and practice.

Several states offer additional teacher preparation programs by providing either an endorsement or certification in the field, but these are often pursued by teachers specifically enrolled in gifted coursework rather than in general education programs. Practitioners and researchers agree that time and energy should be spent on training teachers in how to address the needs of gifted and talented students, both within the regular classroom and in specialized programs. This three-book series acknowledges this need and provides specific strategies for professional development in a variety of settings using various methods. Drawing on both literature in the field and research-based best practices in professional learning, this series provides the reader with a foundation for designing and implementing effective professional development experiences for educators working with gifted learners. This volume focuses on a variety of techniques and methods in professional development. From reflection practices, to using case studies, to incorporating technology, authors provide specific tools and resources to consider when delivering effective professional development related to this specific population of learners. A service publication of the National Association for Gifted Children (Washington, DC) This designation indicates that this book has been jointly developed with NAGC and that this book passes the highest standards of scholarship, research, and practice.

Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners allows educators and stakeholders to examine issues related to differentiating curriculum and instruction in a variety of contexts. The case studies in this rich resource analyze various differentiation strategies and their benefits to promote classrooms where every student belongs, every student is valued, and every student is nurtured. The cases facilitate conversations about children and their unique needs by situating learning in authentic and meaningful contexts, with the goal of helping educators improve services and programs for gifted and talented students. "Things to Consider" guide the reader's thinking without imparting an explicit action, recommendation, or solution. Discussion questions, activities, extensions, and suggestions for additional readings support the standards of excellence set forth in the revised NAGC-CEC Teacher Preparation Standards in Gifted and Talented Education and the NAGC-CEC Advanced Standards in Gifted Education Teacher Preparation.