Empowering Gifted Students as Catalysts for Change: Fostering Agency to Transform the World

Gifted students hold the potential to address global challenges; fostering agency—the ability to take ownership of learning—is key to unlocking their impact. This presentation delves into the importance of student agency in today’s complex world and offers practical strategies to empower gifted learners as agents of change. Educators will explore opportunities to foster autonomy through growth mindset, project-based learning, and engagement in real-world issues. Attendees will investigate examples of nurturing gifted students’ leadership, creativity, and resilience. A Q&A will provide an opportunity to discuss actionable tools and address possible challenges