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2.4.7 Developing 21st Century Competencies to Enhance Leadership Among Gifted Students
A powerful means to cultivate leadership among gifted students is fostering 21st century competencies holistically, integrating cognitive, social, and emotional competencies. Three issues are addressed in this presentation: 1. Why is it important to cultivate 21st century competencies? 2. What are 21st century competencies comprised of? 3. How can 21st century competencies be cultivated among gifted students? These issues are discussed in light of research linking 21st century competencies to scholastic, professional, and leadership success. Discussing best practices enables researchers and educators to choose those practices which are best fitted for their students and adapt them culturally for their needs.
Author(s):
Rachel Zorman
rachelz@szold.org.il
The Henrietta Szold Institute
Israel
Dr. Rachel Zorman serves as executive director of the Szold Institute in Jerusalem, and gifted education international consultant. She received her PhD in gifted education from Columbia University, New York and taught gifted education courses at Stanford and San Jose State Universities in America and in Israeli universities. Dr. Zorman directs the identification of Israeli gifted students, testing 15,000 students annually. She leads innovative programs, nurturing talents among diverse populations, and directs the National Mentoring Program for gifted students, all under the auspices of the Education Ministry. Dr. Zorman presented her work in articles, books, international workshops and conferences.