The Challenge of the Able Child in the Crucial Early Years
with Dr. David George
Thursday, 22nd March 2012 – Central London
Course leader: Dr. David George
David George was formerly Associate Director of Nene College (now University College Northampton) and before that Dean of the Faculty of Science. He now pursues his special interest in the education of gifted and talented children. He is Founder President of the National Association for Able Children in Education and a member of the Executive Committee of the World Council of Gifted and Talented Children. He is a consultant to the British Council and UNESCO. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on the education of gifted and talented children and is the author of “The Challenge of the Able Child”, “Gifted Education and Enrichment Activities for Able Children” and “Making the Most Of Your Abilities”.
Previous to these positions, David George spent many years teaching and still claims that first and foremost he is a teacher. This devotion to teaching, together with his enthusiasm and expertise, is reflected in all his courses throughout the world. In his spare time , David is Chair of Managers at St Andrew’s Hospital as well as being a keen sportsman who ran for his county and the RAF.
Who should attend?
- Pimary Headteachers
- Foundation Teachers
- Reception Teachers
- KS1 Teachers
Programme:
9.30 Brain, Mind and Thinking * To update colleagues in brain science. * To update colleagues in early years development. * To teach children how to think.
11.00 Identification Strategies * A variety of identification strategies will be used * Multiple intelligences * Creating the learning environment.
1.45 Appropriate Curriculum Provision * A variety of methods will be used to “stretch” these children – including enrichment and differentiation.
3.00 Action Planning and a Policy * How do we take this forward in schools/nurseries? * Developing a policyProviding resources.
Fee:
The fee for the course is £215 plus VAT (Total £258) per delegate. The fee includes all refreshments, lunch, and course documentation. Discounts for multiple bookings are available. lease telephone or fax the organisers for details.