Western Kentucky University’s (WKU’s) The Center for Gifted Studies is hosting a series of workshops for educators and families of gifted students.

The Twice-Exceptional Students Seminar, featuring Claire Hughes, is Sept. 18 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT.

Twice-exceptional (2e) students are gifted students who also have a disability or a learning difference. Claire Hughes has been on boards with the National Association for Gifted Children, The Association for the Gifted (CEC-TAG), and the Teacher Education Divisions (CEC-TED) of the Council for Exceptional Children. Her research areas include twice-exceptional children, particularly gifted children with autism; generational studies; and international education. The workshop is for anyone who supports or works with 2e students in and out of the classroom. Participants will learn strategies for building on students’ strengths while providing support and will gain confidence for interacting with children and young people who are 2e.

Visit the Twice-Exceptional Students Seminar registration page for more information.

The Berta Seminar, featuring Del Siegle, is Oct. 16 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT.

Titled, “Helping Students Develop an Achievement Oriented Attitude: What They Believe Determines Whether They Achieve,” this session will share research-based strategies developed over the past two decades to increase student motivation. We will explore the value of providing students with choices in their learning, building their confidence in their ability to succeed, and aligning instruction with their interests. When students perceive a task as meaningful and believe they have the skills and support to succeed, they are more likely to engage in self-regulated learning and apply effective academic strategies.

Visit the Berta Seminar registration page for more information.

The Differentiation Workshop, featuring Julia Link Roberts, is Nov. 5 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT.

This workshop for elementary and middle school general education teachers will provide strategies for making differentiation a routine classroom practice. Working with an instructional unit of their choosing, participants will learn to differentiate for those who need more challenge and those who need additional support. Dr. Roberts is the co-author of “Strategies for Differentiating Instruction: Best Practices for the Classroom (4th edition),” and registration includes a copy of the book.

Visit the Differentiation Workshop registration page for more information.