Unwrapping the Gifted tag:blogs.edweek.org,2011-06-29:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44 2013-09-10T12:16:59Z Tamara Fisher is a K-12 gifted education specialist for a school district located on an Indian reservation in northwestern Montana and past president of the Montana Association of Gifted and Talented Education. Movable Type Pro 5.2.7 Medical Misdiagnosis in the Gifted tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.34503 2013-09-04T11:12:31Z 2013-09-10T12:16:59Z Tamara Fisher interviews three experts about the individual and societal impacts of medical misdiagnosis of gifted youth. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Tamara Fisher interviews three experts about the individual and societal impacts of medical misdiagnosis of gifted youth. 'Same' and 'Equal' Are Not Congruent Terms tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.34375 2013-08-24T16:37:18Z 2013-08-24T18:37:58Z All students have equal value as learners, which is why Tamara Fisher contends they each are worthy of the dignity of an education that fits them. For teachers, this means understanding the fine distinction between 'same' and 'equal.' Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ All students have equal value as learners, which is why Tamara Fisher contends they each are worthy of the dignity of an education that fits them. For teachers, this means understanding the fine distinction between 'same' and 'equal.' Obstacles as a Path to Creativity tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.34203 2013-08-16T03:17:11Z 2013-08-16T05:19:05Z Concerned that research evidence indicates a decline in children's creativity, Tamara Fisher offers insights, resources, and ideas for nurturing creative thought in our homes and classrooms. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Concerned that research evidence indicates a decline in children's creativity, Tamara Fisher offers insights, resources, and ideas for nurturing creative thought in our homes and classrooms. Free Webinars About Parenting Gifted Children tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.33634 2013-07-17T13:25:32Z 2013-07-17T15:43:10Z Are you parenting a gifted child? These free webinars offer insights, advice, and information to support you in that journey! Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Are you parenting a gifted child? These free webinars offer insights, advice, and information to support you in that journey! Student Feedback Regarding Independent Learning Projects tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.33400 2013-07-03T13:22:30Z 2013-07-03T15:22:35Z Tamara's students share their reflective feedback on the independent learning project process they underwent in her class. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Tamara's students share their reflective feedback on the independent learning project process they underwent in her class. The Gift of Independent Learning Projects tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.33005 2013-06-18T15:06:41Z 2013-06-19T21:15:56Z What happens when gifted students who live over 150 miles apart have an opportunity to interact, share, and reflect upon a common learning experience? Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ What happens when gifted students who live over 150 miles apart have an opportunity to interact, share, and reflect upon a common learning experience? In Appreciation tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.32679 2013-05-28T12:11:45Z 2013-05-29T12:46:08Z Tamara Fisher sends out her gratitude to teachers everywhere who have mastered the art of challenging the gifted learner. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Tamara Fisher sends out her gratitude to teachers everywhere who have mastered the art of challenging the gifted learner. Picture This tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.32262 2013-05-06T05:43:30Z 2013-05-06T08:03:48Z Via photos, Tamara Fisher illustrates fun, thought-provoking, and heartwarming moments from her classroom. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Via photos, Tamara Fisher illustrates fun, thought-provoking, and heartwarming moments from her classroom. 'Ten Ways Gifted Education Has Helped Me' tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.31398 2013-03-25T03:12:20Z 2013-03-25T05:47:43Z Last week, on a bit of a lark, I wrote something on the whiteboard in each of my "classrooms," then waited to see if the kids would notice and what, if anything, they would contribute. Below are the results. (Multiple... Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Last week, on a bit of a lark, I wrote something on the whiteboard in each of my "classrooms," then waited to see if the kids would notice and what, if anything, they would contribute. Below are the results. (Multiple... An Administrator's Toolbox for Gifted Education tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.30857 2013-03-04T03:49:08Z 2013-03-04T06:31:36Z Reaching busy administrators with quality, quick-access information about gifted learners just got easier! Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Reaching busy administrators with quality, quick-access information about gifted learners just got easier! Join the Gifted Education Outreach Corps tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.30607 2013-02-11T04:50:22Z 2013-02-11T07:25:25Z Gifted Education Specialist Tamara Fisher is on a mission... and she wants you to join her! Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Gifted Education Specialist Tamara Fisher is on a mission... and she wants you to join her! Upcoming Gifted Education Webinars tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.30329 2013-01-28T12:32:37Z 2013-01-28T22:04:47Z Are you looking for an easily-accessible and free or reasonably priced way to gather research-based information about gifted learners? These webinars in the coming weeks, many of them presented by widely-recognized experts in the field, are a fabulous option. Additionally,... Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Are you looking for an easily-accessible and free or reasonably priced way to gather research-based information about gifted learners? These webinars in the coming weeks, many of them presented by widely-recognized experts in the field, are a fabulous option. Additionally,... Advice for New Gifted Education Specialists tag:blogs.edweek.org,2013:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.30091 2013-01-14T08:01:03Z 2013-01-14T09:52:36Z Tamara Fisher calls upon her nearly two decades of experience as a Gifted Education Specialist to offer insightful advice for those new to the job. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Tamara Fisher calls upon her nearly two decades of experience as a Gifted Education Specialist to offer insightful advice for those new to the job. To a Bright Kid With Trouble(s) tag:blogs.edweek.org,2012:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.29671 2012-12-16T04:14:12Z 2012-12-19T17:15:18Z Gifted Education Specialist Tamara Fisher pens a poignant letter to troubled bright kids who may be contemplating the worst. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Gifted Education Specialist Tamara Fisher pens a poignant letter to troubled bright kids who may be contemplating the worst. National Gifted Education Convention, Day 3 tag:blogs.edweek.org,2012:/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted//44.29197 2012-11-17T05:37:50Z 2012-11-17T14:31:08Z Tamara tells about another great day at the National Association for Gifted Children annual convention. Tamara Fisher http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/unwrapping_the_gifted/ Tamara tells about another great day at the National Association for Gifted Children annual convention.