Two OATAG TAG talks in May
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? ? ? OATAG is excited to announce two upcoming TAG Talks sessions presented by Dr. Dina Brulles, an authority in the field of gifted education. Dr. Kimberly Lansdowne will join Dr. Brulles as a special guest for the second session.. The talks will take place ONLINE on consecutive TUESDAYS in MAY from 4:30 to 5:30 with time for questions at 5:30.? |
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? Studies have shown that Cluster Grouping can benefit every student in a school. Join us to learn more about how it could work in your school to address both excellence and equity. Both parents and educators are encouraged to learn more! Session 1 - Tuesday, May 21: Success in Cluster Grouping: How to Make it Work! Many schools aspire to implement cluster grouping for gifted services, yet success in this endeavor remains elusive for many. In this session, Dr. Brulles will delve into the inherent challenges of cluster grouping and offer strategies for overcoming common obstacles. Participants will gain insights into creating fair and equitable systems for serving gifted students by integrating cluster grouping into school and district initiatives. Topics covered will include student placements, supporting cluster teachers, effective teaching methodologies, monitoring success, and fostering community and staff support. Session 2 - Tuesday, May 28: Cluster Grouping Using Building Norms Increases Diversity and Inclusion! Cluster grouping, coupled with universal screening and building norms, has emerged as a leading approach to gifted education. Dr. Brulles will explore how this model enhances diversity and inclusion in gifted services. Attendees will learn methods for developing and supporting gifted cluster grouping to ensure equitable placements and teacher support, thereby enfranchising all students who could benefit from gifted services. Dr. Brulles is the Gifted Master¡¯s Program Coordinator at Arizona State University and has received numerous accolades for her contributions to gifted education, including the NAGC Anne Isaacs Award for Distinguished Service. Her extensive bibliography includes seminal works such as "The Cluster Grouping Handbook" and "Teaching Gifted Kids in Today¡¯s Classrooms." Dr. Kimberly Lansdowne will join Dr Brulles for the second session. Dr. Lansdowne is the founding Executive Director of the Herberger Young Scholars Academy at Arizona State University and brings a wealth of experience in teaching and administration within gifted education. We hope you can join us for these enlightening sessions. Mark your calendars for May 21 and May 28. |
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