2024 IAGC Conference

In this book rich presentation, we will explore the many ways that picture books can challenge our advanced, accelerated, and young literacy learners. Among the topics discussed in the session we will exam books using the "whole book approach,” as well as a look at picture books that are categorized as metafictive. This type of picture book provides a challenging break from the traditional narrative structures using alternative constructs to challenge the reader and budding writers as well as provide a model for critical/creative thinking, perspective, and point of view.  

The Question Formulation Technique provides a structured approach to assist students in asking questions not just answering them.  QFT works in concert with inquiry-based learning and promotes learning engagement and meaningful discussion.  QFT initiates the development of topical or thematic thought-provoking questions that provide a basis for instruction.  This method  supports critical and creative thinking and fosters students natural curiosity, motivation and engagement in learning.  It is an excellent strategy for social studies and science studies for K-12 grade students.  This will be a fast moving interactive session so get ready to collaborate.    

Learn how to leverage AI technology in addition to your own creative and critical thinking to efficiently (and effectively) differentiate for advanced learners - and enjoy the process!

Gifted and twice-exceptional individuals are marked by their intensity, particularly their emotional intensity.  These emotional outbursts can be very disruptive and dysregulating to the students, their peers, parents, teachers, and community supports.  This session will focus on the psychology and neuroscience behind emotional intensity and give concrete, accessible techniques that will allow for the development of self-regulation skills.

Take away practical daily lessons and structure to efficiently build social emotional skills and community with gifted students. These lessons may be used in individual, small group, or whole group both in-person or remote-learning environments. This daily plan was born from the marriage of research with the demanding experience of teaching during the pandemic.