Introverts – The Quiet Learners

$20.00

Presenter:Theresa Biggs M.Ed.
Core Area: Nature & Needs
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary
Hours: 1

Intense, loner, wallflower, focused… these are just a few ways introverts are frequently described. Whether its in the classroom, at home, or on the playground, these reserved individuals often get lost in the shuffle. Although we predominantly live in an extrovert world, it is important to remember that introverted gifted students have so much to offer.

Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.

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In “Introverts: The Quiet Gifted,” Teresa Biggs, M.Ed., explores the characteristics and value of the often overlooked gifted group, introverts. Like every one of their extroverted counterparts, introverted gifted students have much to offer. Discover how to recognize and work with this special population that represents about one half of all gifted students.

In this 1-hour course, you will learn to:

  • Understand common characteristics of the introverted gifted student
  • Examine the place of the introverted student in an extroverted world
  • Determine how to meet the needs of the gifted introvert in the classroom

Visit the TAGT website to learn more about the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.

Presenter Bio

Theresa Biggs, M.Ed., is the Coordinator of Advanced Academics for Plano ISD. She has a passion for learning and serving the gifted community with a special interest in the English classroom. This has led her to work with the both the College Board and the International Baccalaureate Organization. Ms. Biggs is a member of the Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented (TAGT) Board of Directors and also serves as chair of the TAGT Leadership Division.  

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799 reviews for Introverts – The Quiet Learners

  1. Dionna – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –

    I enjoyed refresing upon the common characteristics of the introverted gifted student
    how we can meet the needs of the gifted introvert in the classroom.

  2. lynda – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –

    5. I enjoyed the lesson.

  3. Fernando – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    Good to know about introverts

  4. Jonathan – WORTHINGTON CITY (verified owner) –

    Short and to the point. As a teacher we tend to focus on activities that appeal to the extravert and overlook the introvert. This session gives us a good reminder that many in our class see and process the world a bit differnet.

  5. Nancy – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –

    informative

  6. Lana – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –

    Interesting and packed with information.

  7. Keith – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    Insightful information that when applied will change classroom cultures.

  8. Samantha – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    I was a little bit confused on the editing but overall great information.

  9. Rebecca – CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD (verified owner) –

    I learned a lot about some of the students in my class and myself as well.

  10. Angie – WAYNE TRACE LOCAL (verified owner) –

    Very useful information for teachers to reflect on and digest.

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