Friday, May 5, 2017

Course 2 Module 6: Gifted Service and Talent Development

GADOE Gifted Resource Manual 16-17
CCSD Gifted Service Manual 16-17
Talent Development Models

Course 2 Module 5: Questioning, Inquiry, and Instructional Learning

The Importance of Asking Questions
Questioning and Discussion Techniques
5 Powerful Questions
Designing a PBL
Project Based Learning

Course 2 Module 4: Learning Environments & Curricular Content Knowledge

Carol Dweck Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset
How to Keep High Achievers Engaged and Motivated
Genius Hour
Motivating Gifted Adolescents

Course 2 Module 3: Identification, Assessment, and Collaborative Learning

Academic Rigor
Formative and Summative Assessments
Carol Ann Tomlinson Videos
Performance Based Assessments
Bloom's Taxonomy

Course 2 Module 2: Instructional Strategies

Building Positive Student-Teacher Relationships
Connecting Students to the Real World
Developing Leadership Skills in Gifted Students
Nurturing a Growth Mindset
Enrichment Opportunity: National Association for GT Resources Directory
Enrichment Opportunity: National Beta Club

Course 2 Module 1: Differentiation

Understanding Differentiated Instruction
Meeting the Needs of Gifted Students
Tips and Strategies for Effective Differentiation
Differentiation Through Learner Response
Differentiating Learning for Gifted Students

Sunday, October 16, 2016

Module Six


How can you use a close analysis of your assessments/tests to better meet the needs of multiple levels of learners, as well as address higher order thinking skills?

Fair Isn't Always Equal
Writing Multiple Choice Questions for Higher Order Thinking 

What guidelines are most important to keep in mind when creating original rubrics?
How can a teacher best use rubrics to assess student products and performances?
Rubric Tutorial Website
Kathy Schrock Rubric Website
Organized Assessment Website
Rubrics to Measure Student Learning Website
Assessment Alternatives Website
Creating Rubrics Video A
Creating Rubrics Video B 
The Power of Rubrics Video
Writing Rubrics Right 
Role of Rubrics in Advancing and Assessing Student Learning