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  • Top 10 Tips for New Gifted and Talented Teachers

    Top 10 Tips for New Gifted and Talented Teachers

    Congratulations! You are embarking on a very exciting journey as a gifted and talented teacher. It is the best job! You get to work with inquisitive students, advocate for their needs, and often even have the autonomy to create your own curriculum. However, there are some things that are not ideal. Keep reading for the… Read more

  • SCAMPER Creative Thinking Technique for Gifted and Talented Students

    SCAMPER Creative Thinking Technique for Gifted and Talented Students

    Are your students stuck staring at a blank page when it’s time to start a project? Do they struggle to come up with fresh ideas for writing, inventions, or creative assignments? Look no further than the SCAMPER technique for creative and divergent thinking. What is SCAMPER? The SCAMPER technique is a creative thinking and problem-solving… Read more

  • Using Choice Boards with Gifted and Talented Students

    Using Choice Boards with Gifted and Talented Students

    Choice boards are a great tool to give students ownership over their own learning. By offering structured options, students feel empowered, leading to more engagement, ownership, and success. What Are Choice Boards? You are probably already using some version of choice boards in your classroom. They are a perfect way to engage early finishers. Most… Read more

  • Rube Goldberg Chain Reaction Machine STEM Project

    Rube Goldberg Chain Reaction Machine STEM Project

    A chain reaction machine, inspired by Rube Goldberg, is a fun way to learn physics and engineering. It uses connected events and simple machines like ramps, pulleys, and levers to complete a task. Students design their own machines, exploring energy transfer and the engineering process. Read more

  • Fraction Extensions for Gifted and Talented Students

    Fraction Extensions for Gifted and Talented Students

    Teaching fractions can be challenging, especially when balancing intervention with enrichment. High-achieving students often master fraction basics quickly, requiring deeper challenges rather than new concepts. Activities like “Which One Doesn’t Belong?”, logic puzzles, and real-world applications ensure these students stay engaged while strengthening their understanding. Read more

  • Artificial Intelligence Tips for Teachers

    Artificial Intelligence Tips for Teachers

    AI tools can assist teachers by excelling at language-based tasks like rewriting text, summarizing information, providing feedback, and correcting grammar. Tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Brisk are recommended, though AI has limitations, especially with math and generating realistic images. Teachers should verify AI outputs, use them transparently, and explore resources like “AI for Education” for… Read more