Description
Motivation and achievement are common characteristics of gifted children, but how do we help the G/T students who aren’t meeting to their full potential? In “Motivation and Underachievement”, a 1-hour course, James T. Webb, Ph.D. dispels the myth that every gifted child is excelling in every area. He also provides strategies for identifying core issues and motivating students to their full potential.
You will learn:
- What it means for a G/T child to be unmotivated
- Four main reasons why gifted children underachieve
- Factors that enhance and facilitate student growth
- Practical strategies you can use in the classroom
Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
This course is aligned with 2016 ODE Teacher Competencies d, e, and NAGC Teacher Preparation Standards 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, and 5.5.
Presenter Bio
Dr. James T. Webb is a nationally-recognized psychologist, author and consultant on the social and emotional needs of gifted and talented children. Dr. Webb established SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of Gifted Children, Inc.) in 1981 and he currently serves as the chair of their Professional Advisory Committee. He is also the president of Great Potential Press, Inc. Dr. Webb graduated from Rhodes College, and received his doctorate degree from the University of Alabama.
Kori – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
It is laid out in an understanding way, making poignant points that are applicable in the classroom
Tammy – FORT BEND ISD (verified owner) –
Interesting
Kathryn – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
addresses some of the most basic needs that we as teachers often overlook. Starting where the student is, not where we think they should be.
Rosendo – ROWAN-SALISBURY SCHOOLS (verified owner) –
The course was good and informative.
Kelly – GARFIELD RE-2 (verified owner) –
Good overview w/ useful information.
Danielle – YOUNGSTOWN CITY SCHOOLS (verified owner) –
This was very informative and gave me a lot to think about that I didn’t know before. I think this could apply to all students, not just gifted.
Judy – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting!!
Leah Socorro – Pilot (verified owner) –
This course enhanced my understanding of motivation and underachievement. I am now able to understand the factors that cause underachievement among some of my gifted learners.
Travis – Coshocton City Schools (verified owner) –
Good
Lisa – YOUNGSTOWN CITY SCHOOLS (verified owner) –
It was a lot of information about the topic and some information was a little confusing. I liked learning about the ways that children may be affected.