Best Practices in Professional Learning and Teacher Preparation

Methods and Strategies for Gifted Professional Development: Vol. 1

National Assoc For Gifted Children, Christine L. Weber

• Publisher: Routledge
• Year: 2021
• eBook ISBN: 9781000490695
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Inclusive Education

Several states offer additional teacher preparation programs by providing either an endorsement or certification in the field, but these are often pursued by teachers specifically enrolled in gifted coursework rather than in general education programs. Practitioners and researchers agree that time and energy should be spent on training teachers in how to address the needs of gifted and talented students, both within the regular classroom and in specialized programs. This three-book series acknowledges this need and provides specific strategies for professional development in a variety of settings using various methods. Drawing on both literature in the field and research-based best practices in professional learning, this series provides the reader with a foundation for designing and implementing effective professional development experiences for educators working with gifted learners. This volume focuses on a variety of techniques and methods in professional development. From reflection practices, to using case studies, to incorporating technology, authors provide specific tools and resources to consider when delivering effective professional development related to this specific population of learners.

A service publication of the National Association for Gifted Children (Washington, DC) This designation indicates that this book has been jointly developed with NAGC and that this book passes the highest standards of scholarship, research, and practice.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Table of Contents
• INTRODUCTION
• CHAPTER 1: What Works in Professional Learning for Educators of the Gifted: Findings From Research and Legislation
• CHAPTER 2: Professional Learning and Classroom Practice in Gifted Education
• CHAPTER 3: Reflection as an Essential Practice in Professional Learning for Gifted Education
• CHAPTER 4: Tools of the Trade: Finding the Best Fit for Your Professional Learning Needs
• CHAPTER 5: Becoming a Milliner of the Mind by Creating Haberdasheries for Professional Learning
• CHAPTER 6: Moving Toward Differentiated Professional Learning for Teachers Learning to Differentiate for Gifted Students
• CHAPTER 7: Providing Professional Learning Opportunities Using Case Studies
• CHAPTER 8: Professional Learning in Gifted Education: Challenges for the Sole Practitioner
• CHAPTER 9: Using Coteaching as a Model of Professional Learning
• CHAPTER 10: Implementing New Technologies to Enhance Professional Learning
• ABOUT THE EDITORS
• ABOUT THE AUTHORS