Q3 Supporting Gifted Students in the Classroom

This week on the blog, I would like to focus on the world of gifted education.  While I am in no way an expert on this topic, I definitely encountered these types of students in my classrooms.  

Did you know that it is estimated that students who are gifted and highly talented encompass 5 to 15% of the school-age population? These advanced students can have increased capabilities in academics, creativity, music, dance, art, and/or leadership. 
(www.education.udel.edu)

I have had several teachers this year searching for resources for students in their current classrooms so I thought this would be a great way to put a collection of resources together for all of you.  

The Difference between BRIGHT and GIFTED?

We are Teachers has some awesome tips, tricks, and ideas for supporting the gifted learner in your classroom. Check their post out below!

50 Tips, Tricks, and Ideas for Gifted Learners

Miss Giraffe's Class has a great post about differentiating work for our gifted learners.  I love the part about allowing them to learn new and funky things like sign language! 

I really like the idea of using an interest survey with students.  This is a simple way to extend learning in your classroom for all your students. Check out a few free surveys below! Fun for Kinders & Hardcore Teacher Resouces!

   

 Our Patriot Block is a great time to check in with students on their interest surveys and allow them to have some choice and voice in a research project or creative piece!