Just What I Need: Learning Experiences with Multiple Applications

Audience: Primary Years Programme
Audience: Middle Years Programme
Audience: Diploma Programme
Audience: Research
Audience: General Interest
Session: Block 4: Saturday 11:15 to 12:30, Room: Pacific J

Save instruction time, incorporate standards, and increase high-level thinking by using open-ended learning experiences with multiple applications. This practical session invites participants to select from a repertoire of modeled strategies and activities that encourage students to excel while minimizing teacher preparation time. The presenter demonstrates techniques for high-order thinking, advanced vocabulary development, assessment, and the integration of content with standards, concepts, and skills.


Bertie Kingore, Consultant,

Dr Bertie Kingore is an international consultant who has worked with students, teachers, and parents for over 30 years. Recognized for her humorous and practical presentations, her energetic sessions leave teachers revitalized and eager to implement her shared ideas and learning experiences in their own classrooms. Dr Kingore is the author of numerous books, instructional aides, and articles. She has received many honors including the Outstanding Alumnus Award from the University of North Texas, where she earned her Ph.D. She is a past President of the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented and was also recognized as the Texas Gifted Educator of the Year.