The start to the new school year is a great time to reassess what worked well in the past and…
The first six weeks – Gifted students
The first six weeks is vital in any classroom – for the teacher and students and seeing as this is…
Ways that schools help and hinder Gifted students.
The justification for gifted education is simple: Academically advanced children should be given work at their speed and level, both…
Adding depth to spelling
Perhaps the usual spelling lessons at school involve talking about the rule, playing some games in groups and then practising…
Remote learning and Gifted Education
Many of us in NSW have been suddenly thrown into stricter lockdowns and remote learning once again but we need…
Using the Kaplan model – novel studies
The Kaplan model is an excellent model to help you to add more challenge to your literacy lessons. This model…
Is your school catering for gifted students?
Every school should be able to cater for their bright and gifted students. Here is a quick list to think…
Timing those questions
Have you ever wondered what the students in your class are thinking as you give instructions or content? Or do…
Student directed learning
When your bright and gifted students and moving beyond the curriculum through achievement of the outcomes or even when they…
Goal setting with bright and gifted students.
All students need to learn how to set goals and monitor them for growth (see https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/educational-data/cese/publications/practical-guides-for-educators/growth-goal-setting) But when it comes…
Gifted Education Musings 