Join us on "They'll Be Fine" for an enlightening conversation with award-winning author Gina Prosch as we explore the world of gifted education. In her latest book, Hope! More Than Wishful Thinking, Gina delves deep into the themes of resilience and perseverance, offering invaluable insights for supporting the emotional well-being of gifted and talented students. This episode is more than just a discussion—it's a call to action. We’ll challenge the status quo and uncover practical strategies to empower our brightest learners, showing how resilience, much like the engineering design process, turns setbacks into opportunities for innovation and growth. Don’t miss this chance to discover how we can cultivate a mindset that embraces challenges and fuels continuous learning for our gifted students. Hope! More Than Wishful Thinking You can learn more at ginaprosch.com.
In the season finale of NCAGT’s podcast, “They’ll Be Fine,” we take a nostalgic and insightful walk down memory lane, revisiting the most compelling conversations from season two. Join us for a captivating collection of highlights that include unique teaching strategies and a deep dive into the enriching experiences. Engage in enlightening discussions about the academic and social challenges faced by high-ability students, as well as the inspiring solutions and strategies presented by our diverse lineup of guests. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or simply passionate about advocating for gifted learners, this episode promises a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Don't miss it!
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Kayla, a foster care parent and an inspiring educator. Kayla shares her journey, from attending her first conference in 2015 to becoming a speaker and a passionate advocate for the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. Together with hosts Alexiaa and Katharine, they delve into the intricacies of teaching, the importance of creating an inclusive and understanding classroom environment, and share practical strategies for educators to engage their students. This episode is packed with inspiring stories, valuable insights, and real-life experiences that are sure to resonate with educators and listeners alike. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayladewald/ https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Kayla-Dewald
The NCAGT 2024 conference was filled with exciting vendors from all over. From Lego Education to the PBL Project, attendees were exposed to so many valuable resources and we want to share those with all of you! Listen to hear a snippet from some of the vendors including the PBL Project, Odyssey of the Mind, Cambridge Assessment, Riverside Insights, Lego Education, Renzulli, and Diffy-Q. https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/ https://www.diffyqmetrics.com/ https://education.lego.com/en-us/ http://www.ncom.org/ https://pblproject.com/ https://riversideinsights.com/ https://renzullilearning.com/
Today’s interview is with Trinette Atri, a 19-year veteran National Board Certified AIG Teacher at Providence Spring Elementary in Charlotte, NC. She served as an AIG Specialist for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for many years. She is the Program Director of the Spectrum of the Arts (a summer program designed to meet students who are gifted in visual art, drama, dance, music, and creative writing). During this episode, she shares several engaging strategies that she has used in her own classroom over the years. Get ready to jot down some ideas, because this episode is full of some good ones! https://giftedteaching.com/