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5.8.1 The Impact of Outside-of-School Learning: Insights from “Super Users” of Supplemental Gifted Programs
Schools help nurture academic talent, but most schools only have the capacity to provide an introduction to domains and fields of study. To receive more differentiated, enriched, and advanced learning opportunities, numerous talented students and their parents have embraced supplementary educational programs, which take place outside-of-school. Researchers interviewed 60 students who took supplemental enrichment and accelerated courses and explored how the experiences informed in-school learning, including course placement, achievement, and social-emotional development. Findings suggest supplemental opportunities can be used to support talent development in school. Presenters share results and recommendations for strengthening in-school and outside-of-school connections.