Description
Gifted leaders, especially creative thinkers, are the hope of our future. Many of the characteristics of the creatively gifted also imply potential for leadership development: preference for complexity, original solutions to problems, refusal to accept the status quo, and extreme sensitivity and idealism. However, this potential is often neither recognized, nor fully developed.
In this course you will learn:
- The connection between characteristics of creativity and of leadership
- How creativity and leadership intersect with the characteristics of gifted individuals
- Ways to develop skills that can enhance both creativity and leadership potential
Presenter Bio
Dr. Benny Hickerson is an adjunct professor of gifted/talented education at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She is also a private consultant and a frequent presenter and speaker for staff development. Dr. Hickerson has served as a K-12 district and campus administrator, a classroom teacher in both public and private schools, as well as an undergraduate and graduate level teacher. As a K-12 administrator, she was instrumental in developing and coordinating curriculum and program services for G/T students in the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD. Dr. Hickerson served on the Board of the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAGT) from 1993-1999, serving as TAGT Board President in 1998.
Emily – LOS FRESNOS CISD (verified owner) –
Great
Robert – OLENTANGY LOCAL (verified owner) –
I have to really think about how to apply these concepts to AP Calculus.
Jennifer – New Lexington City Schools (verified owner) –
I liked the content and the pace. It was interesting and provided great insight.
Halli – KILLEEN ISD (verified owner) –
This professional development helped give more ideas on different instructional techniques along with characteristics of gifted students.
Brenda – RIO GRANDE CITY CISD (verified owner) –
Excellent
Doug – NORDONIA HILLS CITY (verified owner) –
Insightful course.
Alyssa – Private Pay (verified owner) –
Love helping guide leaders!
Lauren – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
This course was very useful and applicable.
Stephanie – NEWARK CITY (verified owner) –
Interesting thought but harder to implement in a middle school environment where you do not see your gifted kids all the time
RACHEL A – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –
Great!