G/T Learning Opportunities
SESSION FOR:
ALL HONORS AND AP TEACHERS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED G/T INITIAL 30-HOUR TRAINING
Secondary G/T Initial Series Part 1 - The Nature & Needs of Gifted Learners
Description: This course is designed for participants seeking their Secondary G/T initial series (30 hours) training. Teachers new to Honors and AP are required to complete the 30-hour initial training by the end of the first semester. Participants will consider state expectations for gifted education, explore the unique needs of gifted learners, and reflect on current instructional and program practices.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Initial Training Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Sessions are designed to be taken in sequential order.
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/WRKXPT
Other Information: G/T 30-hour Initial Series Required Courses
Part 1 Nature & Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 2 Identification and Assessment of Gifted Learners
Part 3 Unique Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 4 Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners
Any G/T Update or Content Area course (6 hour credit total)
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
ALL HONORS AND AP TEACHERS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED G/T INITIAL 30-HOUR TRAINING
Secondary G/T Initial Series Part 2 - Identification & Assessment of Gifted Learners
Description: This course is designed for participants seeking their Secondary G/T initial series (30 hours) training. Teachers new to Honors and AP are required to complete the 30-hour initial training by the end of the first semester. Participants will review state expectations for gifted education, consider the LISD identification process, reflect on current program practices, and explore their role in the identification and assessment process.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Initial Training Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Sessions are designed to be taken in sequential order.
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/FBF8MF
Other Information: G/T 30-hour Initial Series Required Courses
Part 1 Nature & Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 2 Identification and Assessment of Gifted Learners
Part 3 Unique Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 4 Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners
Any G/T Update or Content Area course (6 hour credit total)
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
ALL HONORS AND AP TEACHERS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED G/T INITIAL 30-HOUR TRAINING
Secondary G/T Initial Series Part 3 - The Unique Social & Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners
Description: This course is designed for participants seeking their Secondary G/T initial series (30 hours) training. Teachers new to Honors and AP are required to complete the 30-hour initial training by the end of the first semester. Participants will explore the unique social and emotional needs of gifted learners, consider the impact of these needs on learning, and reflect on current classroom practices.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Initial Training Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Sessions are designed to be taken in sequential order.
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/GWFXEC
Other Information: G/T 30-hour Initial Series Required Courses
Part 1 Nature & Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 2 Identification and Assessment of Gifted Learners
Part 3 Unique Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 4 Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners
Any G/T Update or Content Area course (6 hour credit total)
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
ALL HONORS AND AP TEACHERS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED G/T INITIAL 30-HOUR TRAINING
Secondary G/T Initial Series Part 4 - Differentiating Instruction for Gifted Learners
Description: This course is designed for participants seeking their Secondary G/T initial series (30 hours) training. Teachers new to Honors and AP are required to complete the 30-hour initial training by the end of the first semester. Participants will consider academic needs of gifted learners in greater depth, explore differentiated strategies from multiple resources, and reflect on current instructional practices.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Initial Training Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Sessions are designed to be taken in sequential order.
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/GCLJTL
Other Information: G/T 30-hour Initial Series Required Courses
Part 1 Nature & Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 2 Identification and Assessment of Gifted Learners
Part 3 Unique Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Learners
Part 4 Differentiated Instruction for Gifted Learners
Any G/T Update or Content Area course (6 hour credit total)
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Secondary G/T Update - Cultures of Curiosity
Description: Being curious is an essential part of human consciousness, a joyful feature of a life well lived. But as recent research evidence shows, fostering curiosity holds a power that goes beyond merely feeling good. In fact, curiosity may be critical to student success in school. In this course, you will explore the mechanisms, conditions, and strategies through which curiosity compels learning.
Credits: 3 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/NMEWWY
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Secondary G/T Update - AP: A Fit for Gifted Learners?
Description: This course will demonstrate the power of building strong relationships and guiding gifted learners by allowing G/T students to participate in advanced courses that reflect their individual needs. Although some gifted students are multi-potential gifted learners who show strengths in all areas, others have more specific gifts. Either way, for these learners to meet their full potential, achieving a healthy balance is critical. In this article study, we will explore the complexities of serving gifted learners through the Advanced Placement Program.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/MRJ8KK
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Secondary G/T Update - Book Study: Exploring Self-Regulation & the Underachieving Gifted Learner
Description: This course will demonstrate the power of building relationships with students and the role that self-regulation plays in achievement for gifted learners. Although many gifted students are high achievers, many fail to reach their full potential and are classified as underachievers. These students need to learn specific skills through intentional instructional practices and structures in our secondary courses.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/GH6R98
Other Information: Participants can request a book using this link.
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Secondary G/T Update - Next Steps with Underachieving Gifted Learners
Description: This course is designed as a follow-up for participants who have previously completed the Book Study on Exploring Self-Regulation and the Underachieving Gifted Learner. Participants will read a series of articles to explore the needs of secondary gifted learners and to reflect on how we can best meet their needs in the classroom and on our campuses.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/8T879J
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
SECONDARY CAMPUS ADMINISTRATORS
SECONDARY CAMPUS COUNSELORS
G/T Update for Secondary Counselors and Administrators
Description: This course is designed to meet the specific needs of secondary counselors and administrators as they relate to gifted and talented students. Participants will review the nature and needs of gifted students, consider their role in the referral, assessment, and identification process, and reflect on how gifted students are served on their campus.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/CDNDTP
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSION FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Secondary G/T Update - Meeting the Needs of Gifted Learners
Description: In this course teachers will consider how gifted students might be best served in their classrooms. Participants will explore a variety of topics related to the needs of gifted learners and instructional practices that support the learning and growth of gifted students.
Credits: 3 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Asynchronous Canvas Course
Enroll in the Canvas course using the link below. You will be enrolled by the course instructor and granted credit in Eduphoria when the course closes.
Session Dates and Links:
May 22-August 1 https://lisdtx.instructure.com/enroll/BCF8PP
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net
SESSIONS FOR:
TEACHERS SEEKING ANNUAL G/T 6-HOUR UPDATE CREDIT
TEACHERS COMPLETING G/T INITIAL TRAINING SERIES
Out-of-District Option: Region 11 G/T Courses
Description: The Region 11 Service Center provides professional learning options specifically designed for Gifted and Talented teachers.
Credits: 6 hours G/T Update Credit
Format: Virtual and online courses offered
G/T Course Offerings Link: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/all/audience/88.
Other Information: Teachers who complete professional learning through Region 11 must submit a credit request through Eduphoria.
Contact: Tammy Williams, williamsta@lisd.net