Broadcast on March 18, 2021
Talking With Children About Their Giftedness
Del Siegle
University of Connecticut
Talking With Children About Their Giftedness Handout
Description
How we talk with our children about their giftedness influences their perceptions about themselves and others, and their mindset about challenges and successes. In this session, we share how to help children appreciate their talents while understanding the important role that effort plays in developing talent.
About the presenter
Del Siegle is the Lynn and Ray Neag Endowed Chair for Talent Development at the University of Connecticut, where he directs the National Center for Research on Gifted Education. He is a past-president of NAGC and recipient of their 2021 Founder’s Memorial, 2018 Distinguished Scholar, and 2011 Distinguished Service Award.