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Online Foreign Language Program Comparison

This chart provides a comparison of the most popular online foreign language programs used by Davidson Young Scholars. These programs can be utilized in a variety of ways; enrichment, tutoring, curriculum replacement, independent study, etc.…

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Discovering highly gifted students

This article by Jan Hansen discusses the history and methods of above-level testing. The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a test commonly used for above-level testing because it gives specific information regarding levels of…

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Eight considerations for mathematically talented youth

This article explores things to consider for the mathematics curriculum for students who are talented in math. Subject acceleration is explored and SMPY is discussed. Authored by Julian Stanley, Ann Lupkowski and Susan Assouline.…

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Tips for Parents: Summer Enrichment Programs for Gifted Students

This Tips for Parents article is from a seminar hosted by Michael Uretsky, who provides information and resources about beneficial summer enrichment opportunities for students. Author: Uretsky, M. Organization: Davidson Institute for Talent Development Year: 2013 This…

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2e Guidebook Resources and Bibliography

These references are part of a Davidson Institute’s guidebook, Twice Exceptionality: A Resource Guide for Parents. This list is divided by section. Under each section, you will find:   Links to the Resource Highlights Lists…

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Gifted Reading List

The families and staff members of the Davidson Institute Young Scholars program have contributed these ideas to consider when selecting books for a profoundly intelligent young person*: Organizations: National Fiction for Kids Fiction for…

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Understanding Very, Very Smart People

In this article, Samuel Kohlenberg, LPC, discusses his observations and experiences with profoundly gifted students and young adults. Here are a few things he would like to tell them (as well as the people…

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Do’s and Don’ts for Motivating Your High-Ability Child

Scholars and parents Del Siegle and Betsy McCoach share successful strategies and practices for motivating gifted children. Topics include avoiding sabotage, understanding cause and effect, finding meaningfulness, discussing abilities of gifted students, and more.…

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