Welcome to the Mid-South Gifted Academy Resource Page, your ultimate destination for research, expert articles, and best practices in gifted education.
Designed to support parents, educators, and advocates, this comprehensive collection offers valuable insights into fostering the unique talents and abilities of gifted children.
Gifted Education Resources
Curriculum Compacting
Curriculum compacting is a technique that adjusts lessons for students who have already mastered the material, allowing them to focus on new or enriched content.
Grouping
Grouping is flexible and allows students to move based on their readiness, matching instruction to their pace and level.
Acceleration
Research shows acceleration, including working through curricula faster, works well by matching the content to students' abilities and motivation.
Gifted & Talented Teaching Skills
Teachers need to recognize gifted students' learning differences and address their academic and social-emotional needs.
Teacher Preparation Standards
The NAGC-CEC Teacher Preparation Standards for Gifted and Talented Education emphasize that teachers should understand the diverse cognitive and emotional needs of gifted students, including those from varied backgrounds.
Advanced Standards in Gifted Ed.
The Advanced Standards in Gifted Education emphasize the importance of assessment, curricular content knowledge, and the creation of inclusive learning environments for gifted students.
TIP Sheets for Parents
The Timely Information for Parents (TIP) Sheets are for parents and caregivers of gifted children to download, read, and share as their children's needs change.