Register today for this 2-part, live and recorded seminar series!
Details:
⬩Hosted by: Michael Postma, Ed.D. and featuring special guest, Karen Brown
⬩Dates/Time:
- Webinar 1: Thursday, March 7, 2024, 5pm PST (8pm EST).
- Webinar 2: Monday, March 25, 2024, 5pm PST (8pm EST).
⬩Cost: $39 USD
⬩Includes: Access to the 2 live Zoom seminars + access to the seminar recordings afterwards.
Description:
Gifted programming may be prevalent in the United States, however, the types of programs differ widely. Have you ever wondered what is happening in your child’s classroom to meet their intellectual needs? What are the most effective practices employed in successful gifted programs? What are the best models? As a parent (and sometimes even an educator) we don’t always know or understand the type of instruction our students are receiving. Does the pedagogy include differentiation? What exactly does that mean? Does that include grouping strategies? Is it a pull out model or an inclusive model? How is specific progress assessed? Is it about achievement or potential? A large portion of gifted programs at the elementary level tend to be weekly pull-outs with some advanced learning opportunities at the secondary schools. Is this comprehensive enough?
In the first part of this webinar, we will examine the different practices used to address gifted and multi exceptional needs. We will learn about the what is effective, what is not, and everything in between. We will also look at the subtle differences within effective practice for gifted students versus those with exceptionalities. In the second part, we will look at the different types of gifted models of education from Renzulli’s Enrichment Triad Model to Bett’s Autonomous Learner Model. Which is most effective? Practical? Etc. Join us for this interesting exploration of what might work for your child or student.
Learning Goals:
- What is gifted education beyond identification
- Understanding the trends in gifted education.
- Comparing and contrasting best practices in the classroom and beyond
- Learning about the different models of gifted education
- Understanding what works and what doesn’t
- Understanding the differences in effective gifted vs. multi-exceptional programming
- A working knowledge of how to assess these practices
Speakers' Bios:
Meet Karen Brown:
Karen Brown is the Director of Gifted Education for Paradise Valley Unified Schools. In this role she works with K-12 administrators, teachers, parents, and students to ensure that the instructional practices and materials utilized provide the appropriate challenge for all students. Karen is passionate about providing engaging, meaningful educational opportunities that ignite learning for students. Twice exceptional learners are near and dear to her heart guiding her to strive to build environments that support these learners in an inclusive environment. Karen teaches in the Gifted Education Masters’ Program at ASU and consults throughout the country. She was the recipient of 2018 NAGC Specialist’s and Masters’ Award, co-recipient of the 2013 NAGC Professional Network Award and the 2013 AAGT Gifted Teacher of the Year. Karen is currently the NAGC Professional Learning Network Chair. She has co-authored two books, Differentiated Lessons for Every Learner and A Teacher’s Guide to Flexible Grouping and Collaborative Learning winner of the 2019 NAGC Book of the Year Award.
Meet Dr. Mike Postma:
Hello! I'm Dr. Mike Postma, an educator, speaker, author, consultant and coach residing in beautiful Bellingham, WA. Together with my wife, Julie, we have raised our own 4 gifted/2e children and know how difficult this journey can be. That is one reason I have dedicated my life work to the holistic development of the gifted/2e community. In my 25+ year career, I've served as a Gifted Teacher in the classroom, as an Administrator of gifted schools, as a professional developer of gifted programming and curriculum and as Executive Director of the SENG organization (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted), and now leading our company Gifted & Thriving, LLC. I look forward to spending time together with you to learn how we can best teach and support this exceptional community so we can all move from a place of just surviving to THRIVING! I look forward to the journey with you!