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.
Olivia – NORWALK CITY (verified owner) –
It was a little dry.
Elizabeth – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Excellent!
Wende – CLEAR CREEK ISD (verified owner) –
Great PD! Wow! What great ideas to inspire all kids whether GT or not to learn how they can make a difference in the world.
Shelley – Coshocton City Schools (verified owner) –
Provided characteristics of leadership and creativity qualities and explanation of Types of Problems (1-3), along with examples.
Jennifer – FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (verified owner) –
I appreciate all the examples of using creativity and connecting it with student leadership. It is important to find these GT students and let them take reign on issues that are important to them and then guide them to make those changes.
Nelly – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative training.
Amanda – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Thank you
Jennifer – Pilot (verified owner) –
I liked the format of the course and appreciated the real life applications offered.
Jan – WODEN ISD (verified owner) –
I would listen again.
Melissa – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
Course helped me understand how Lep and non lep students see leadership skills.