So far, the majority of my data on my focus student has been observation based. For example, I observe that she always wants to know "what's next," or announces the fact that "she's done, and it was easy." Additionally, she is eager to help others, wants to be involved with what the teacher is doing, which leads me to infer that she is simply not stimulated enough, and needs something extra. (See Observation notes below). I have also collected diagnostic data that shows how far ahead Gabby (pseudonym) is compared to her classmates, scoring 30 points higher than those in the AGP. I also conducted an interview with Gabby (Pseudonym) to determine how she feels about extra work, or being "bored" in class. (See below)
Claims Include (See Interview question answers for reference):
I believe that as a preservice teacher, I am still not completely confident with gifted or higher learning students. This, I believe, is something that many teachers, even veterans, still want to work on and collect more data on. Thus, the claim such as, "Student does not necessarily want extra work," intersects with one of my teaching goals. How can I avoid giving this student "busy" work, and instead just ensure that all work is stimulating.
My wondering : How can I provide enrichment opportunities for my high performing student to ensure that she is constantly challenged/stimulated?
Claims Include (See Interview question answers for reference):
- Student likes to feel challenged.
- Student likes to be involved in other activities (such as helping others, volunteering to do class chores).
- Student does not necessarily want extra work.
- Student enjoys enrichment activities.
I believe that as a preservice teacher, I am still not completely confident with gifted or higher learning students. This, I believe, is something that many teachers, even veterans, still want to work on and collect more data on. Thus, the claim such as, "Student does not necessarily want extra work," intersects with one of my teaching goals. How can I avoid giving this student "busy" work, and instead just ensure that all work is stimulating.
My wondering : How can I provide enrichment opportunities for my high performing student to ensure that she is constantly challenged/stimulated?