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.
Brian – WESTERVILLE CITY (verified owner) –
very imformative
George – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Dr. Webb is the best. I will look for other presentations by him.
Katie – PORT NECHES-GROVES ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed this one!
Jessica – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Great presenter!
Julana – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –
very useful information
Esequiel – TULOSO-MIDWAY ISD (verified owner) –
educational
Lily – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
Understanding of what our gifted students need.
Jill – BURLESON ISD (verified owner) –
The instructor covers a lot of ground quickly and provides good examples.
Hollie – HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE – HOUSTON NORTH DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Great job
Maria – RIO GRANDE CITY CISD (verified owner) –
Really learned a lot.