Why Acceleration Is an Effective Intervention for Gifted Students
This article discusses the concept of acceleration for gifted students, an effective and scientifically backed intervention. It explains why acceleration works, debunks common misconceptions, and provides practical guidance for educators to optimally challenge and support these students.
11 April 2025
4 April 2025
Smart but clumsy: The hidden impact of DCD on gifted children
Gifted children with DCD may have sharp minds but face motor challenges, which can lead to frustration, avoidance, and misdiagnoses. Their cognitive strengths often mask these difficulties, making DCD harder to detect. Tailored support, understanding, and leveraging their talents are key to building confidence and promoting healthy development.
28 March 2025
The complexity of morality and giftedness
Dive into the fascinating relationship between giftedness and morality. How do intellect, empathy, and creativity shape moral choices? This article examines insights, challenges, and responsibilities of gifted (young) adults and provides practical tips for moral growth.
21 March 2025
A kindergarten activity inspired by Self-Determination Theory: design your own animal world
Discover this detailed example of a lesson plan for gifted young children: designing an animal world that combines autonomy and structure. This activity fosters creativity, independence, and a love of learning, perfectly tailored to their interests and needs within a structured environment.
14 March 2025
Perfectionism in your child? Have you ever looked in the mirror?
Perfectionism is one of the reasons why parents of some gifted children seek help. You may have tried everything to help your child – reading books on fear of failure and perfectionism, attending lectures or talking to the special needs teacher. You may have even sought external help, such as individual coaching. But have you looked at yourself?
7 March 2025
Is giftedness characterized by asynchronous development?
Gifted children do not always develop synchronously in cognitive, emotional, and social areas. This is not inherently a problem but can pose challenges if the environment does not meet their needs. Proper support and social interaction with like-minded peers are essential.
28 February 2025
Perfectionism in gifted adults: a strength or a pitfall?
Perfectionism is a common theme among gifted adults. This blog explores the two types of perfectionism, adaptive and maladaptive, and their impact. Learn to identify healthy patterns, leverage perfectionism as a strength, and steer clear of pitfalls for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
21 February 2025
How motivational teaching styles support gifted students
How can you best support gifted students? In this blog, discover how autonomy support and structure are key to their motivation and well-being. Learn how clear expectations, choice, and targeted feedback can help create a challenging and supportive learning environment.
14 February 2025
How can parents support the academic motivation of gifted children?
Gifted children thrive with the right motivation. This article shares practical tips to strengthen autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Discover how to create an inspiring environment, celebrate successes without performance pressure, and help children grow with confidence and joy in learning.
7 February 2025
High sensitivity in gifted individuals: opportunities and challenges for care professionals
High sensitivity plays an important role in some gifted individuals. This article highlights their unique sensitivities, both positive and negative, and offers practical insights for care professionals. Discover how targeted strategies can harness this strength while preventing overstimulation.
31 January 2025
The complexity of being gifted as an adult
How does giftedness manifest in adults? This article explores how unique talents and challenges impact well-being, relationships, and careers. With insights from research and personal stories, you'll discover how understanding and support for gifted adults can foster their growth and fulfillment.
24 January 2025
How can you best teach gifted children? Research-based tips for teachers
Gifted students need a learning environment that aligns with their abilities and interests. This article offers concrete strategies such as differentiation, self-regulated learning, and authentic tasks to enhance their motivation, leverage their talents, and make the learning process more meaningful.
17 January 2025
Very Young Gifted Children – Insights for Parents
Discover how to recognize and support the unique talents and needs of very young gifted children. From early signs to practical tips for parents, including strategies to address challenges like perfectionism and social interactions. Read on for valuable insights!
10 January 2025
Making mistakes is okay: how parents and teachers can support children
Why is it that gifted and highly gifted children often show fear of failure at a very young age? And that this causes them to struggle in their studies?
31 December 2024
31 May 2024
31 May 2024
Checkmate for gifted students: enriching learning through chess.
In enrichment classes, chess offers not just cognitive advantages like thinking skills and focus, but also fosters social and emotional growth. Gifted students require tailored instruction due to their distinct needs and responses, necessitating a more comprehensive approach.
30 April 2024
Talent development, a philosophical perspective
Summary of the Talent Development seminar, presented with great interest by Anne Van de Vijver, an ECHA Specialist in Gifted Education, on December 7th in Leuven.
29 February 2024
29 February 2024
Task initiation
Lack of inspiration, time constraints, a busy family... The list of excuses is extensive. However, when procrastination becomes a frequent occurrence rather than an exception, it may indicate a deficiency in task initiation development.
31 January 2024
16 February 2023
Each year, the number of children choosing individual homeschooling rises, including a portion who are gifted. For some parents, this represents a deliberate life choice. Conversely, other parents feel compelled to do so due to recurrent neglect of their child's giftedness.
31 January 2023
23 January 2023
