MEET THE STANDARDS

Christopher OsbornNotre Dame of Maryland

June 19, 2014

RESEARCHLiterature Review• Researched characteristics of exceptionally

gifted students• Collaborated with peers• Shared findings with colleagues

EDGT 501 Affective Characteristics of Diverse Gifted and Talented LearnersClick here to view the artifact.

RESEARCHProfessional Development Presentation• Action research• Data collection• Research-based teaching• Encouraged to share practices

EDGT 503 Research Seminar in Gifted and Talented EducationClick here to view the artifact.

SELF-REFLECTION

Peer Teaching Lesson Plan with Reflection• Demonstrates analysis and a redesigning

of the current curriculum to meet the needs of my students

• Research-based application to increase motivation

• Illustrates a cycle of reflection

EDGT 505 Strategies for the Gifted and TalentedClick here to view the artifact.

SELF-REFLECTION

Case Analysis• Reflection on personal biases• Changed perspective to increase data

validity• Developed a plan of how to redesign

instruction to meet individual needs

EDGT 505 Strategies for the Gifted and TalentedClick here to view the artifact.

VOCATIONResource Flyer• Values the emotionally intense• Supports parents by providing tools• Demonstrates care beyond the classroom

EDGT 501 Affective Characteristics of Diverse Gifted and Talented LearnersClick here to view the artifact.

Technology and the Gifted Student• Demonstrates my philosophy on using

technology• Lists a variety of ways to address diversity• Prepares students for life outside of the

classroom

EDGT 502 Curriculum for the Gifted and TalentedClick here to view the artifact.

VOCATION

PRACTICEInterview with a Gifted and Talented Teacher• Demonstrates life-long learning• Intention to apply exemplary practices• Encouraged to share practices

EDGT 500 Foundations of Gifted and Talented EducationClick here to view the artifact.

PRACTICEDifferentiated Multicultural Unit• Uses real-world applications of concepts• Allows for student choice• Encourages students to think analytically,

critically, and creatively

EDGT 502 Curriculum for the Gifted and TalentedClick here to view the artifact.

USE THE STANDARDS EVERY DAY.

They won’t mind.