BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//World Council for Gifted and Talented Children - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:World Council for Gifted and Talented Children X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://world-gifted.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for World Council for Gifted and Talented Children REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20150308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20151101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20160402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20161001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20170401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20170930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20180331T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20181006T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Macau BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20150101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Vienna BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20150329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20151025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190417 DTSTAMP:20180919T172505Z CREATED:20171212T180257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180919T172505Z UID:2507-1555027200-1555459199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2019 International Research Association for Talent Development and Excellence (IRATDE) DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2019-international-research-association-talent-development-excellence-iratde/ LOCATION:Taipei\, Taiwan\, Taipei\, Taiwan ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://world-gifted.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/IRATDE-AD_Final-V-COVER-s-20170929_jpeg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181119 DTSTAMP:20190705T133834Z CREATED:20180212T143938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T133834Z UID:2932-1542240000-1542585599@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2018 National Association for Gifted Children (USA) DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2018-national-association-gifted-children-usa/ LOCATION:Minneapolis Convention Center\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="NAGC":MAILTO:nagc@nagc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180923 DTSTAMP:20170824T180205Z CREATED:20170824T180205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170824T180205Z UID:1968-1537315200-1537660799@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:6th Muensterscher Bildungskongress DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/6th-muensterscher-bildungskongress/ LOCATION:Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster\, Münster\, Germany ORGANIZER;CN="International Centre for the Study of Giftedness (ICBF)":MAILTO:info@icbf-kongress.de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180825 DTSTAMP:20170830T182918Z CREATED:20170830T182918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T182918Z UID:1980-1534723200-1535155199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:15th Asia Pacific Conference on Giftedness DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/15th-asia-pacific-conference-giftedness/ LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand\, Bangkok\, Thailand END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180812 DTSTAMP:20180109T144549Z CREATED:20160316T155213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T144549Z UID:1228-1533686400-1534031999@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:ECHA 2018 DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/echa-2018/ LOCATION:Croke Park\, Jones' Road\, Dublin\, 3\, Ireland ORGANIZER;CN="Colm O'Reilly":MAILTO:echa2018@conferencepartners.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180807 DTSTAMP:20171205T142714Z CREATED:20171205T142714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171205T142714Z UID:2485-1533254400-1533599999@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Creativity Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/creativity-conference/ LOCATION:Southern Oregon University\, 1250 Siskiyou Blvd\, Ashland\, OR\, 97520\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180723 DTSTAMP:20180212T143558Z CREATED:20180212T143558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T143558Z UID:2925-1531958400-1532303999@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2018 SENG Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2018-seng-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Town and Country Resort\, San Diego\, CA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180621T170000 DTSTAMP:20180205T184045Z CREATED:20180205T184045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180205T184045Z UID:2803-1529395200-1529600400@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2018 Hormel Foundation Gifted and Talented Symposium DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2018-hormel-foundation-gifted-talented-symposium/ LOCATION:Austin High School\, 301 Third Street NW\, Austin\, MN\, 55912\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Barber":MAILTO:amanda.barber@austin.k12.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180502 DTSTAMP:20180212T143735Z CREATED:20180212T143735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T143735Z UID:2929-1524960000-1525219199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:The Wallace Research Symposium on Talent Development DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/wallace-research-symposium-talent-development/ LOCATION:Mt. Washington Conference Center\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180319 DTSTAMP:20180212T143147Z CREATED:20180212T143147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T143147Z UID:2920-1521158400-1521417599@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2018 NZAGC National Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2018-nzagc-national-conference/ LOCATION:ACG Parnell College\, 2 Titoki Street and 39 George Street\, Parnell\, Auckland\, 1052\, New Zealand END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171113 DTSTAMP:20170207T215112Z CREATED:20170207T215112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T215112Z UID:1652-1510185600-1510531199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:NAGC 64th Annual Convention and Exhibition DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/nagc-64th-annual-convention-exhibition/ LOCATION:Charlotte Convention Center\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="NAGC":MAILTO:nagc@nagc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171029 DTSTAMP:20170428T140328Z CREATED:20170428T140328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T140328Z UID:1794-1508976000-1509235199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:III International Conference: Talent Education DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/iii-international-conference-talent-education/ LOCATION:Grand Hotel Bernardin\, Obala 2\, Portoroz\, 6320\, Slovenia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170724 DTSTAMP:20170207T215135Z CREATED:20160107T165433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T215135Z UID:1041-1500508800-1500854399@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:22nd WCGTC Biennial World Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/22nd-biennial-world-conference/ LOCATION:University of New South Wales\, UNSW\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2052\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Jolly":MAILTO:headquarters@world-gifted.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170630 DTSTAMP:20170417T141859Z CREATED:20170417T141859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T141859Z UID:1776-1498521600-1498780799@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2nd International Conference Of Creativity and Innovation DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2nd-international-conference-creativity-innovation/ LOCATION:Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas\, Rod. D. Pedro I\, km 136 Pq. das Universidades\, Campinas\, São Paulo\, Brazil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170616 DTSTAMP:20170214T143635Z CREATED:20170214T143635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170214T143635Z UID:1656-1497139200-1497571199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2017 Hormel Foundation Gifted and Talented Symposium DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2017-hormel-foundation-gifted-talented-symposium/ LOCATION:Austin High School\, 301 Third Street NW\, Austin\, MN\, 55912\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Barber":MAILTO:amanda.barber@austin.k12.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170529 DTSTAMP:20160919T144248Z CREATED:20160919T144248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160919T144248Z UID:1495-1495756800-1496015999@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Second International Conference on Giftedness in Mexico DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/second-international-conference-giftedness-mexico/ LOCATION:Le Crillon Palace\, Cuauhtemoc Avenue 1438\, Mexico City\, Distrito Federal\, 03310\, Mexico ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Almazan":MAILTO:almazananaya@cedat.com.mx END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170507 DTSTAMP:20170221T170244Z CREATED:20170221T170244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170221T170244Z UID:1663-1493942400-1494115199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Symposium Creativity · Education · Sustainable Development DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/symposium-creativity-%c2%b7-education-%c2%b7-sustainable-development/ LOCATION:BIP Creativity Center Leipzig\, Torgauer Straße 114 \, Leipzig\, 04347\, Germany END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170312 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170319 DTSTAMP:20190705T133926Z CREATED:20160907T153107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T133926Z UID:1474-1489276800-1489881599@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Gifted Awareness Week\, Australia DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/gifted-awareness-week-australia/ LOCATION:Australia\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Melinda Gindy":MAILTO:president@gfsg.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161211 DTSTAMP:20161115T150043Z CREATED:20161115T145937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161115T150043Z UID:1568-1481241600-1481414399@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Innovation and Creativity 2016 DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/innovation-creativity-2016/ LOCATION:GEMS World Academy\, Al Khail Road\, Albarsha - Dubai\, United Arab Emirates END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161107 DTSTAMP:20160107T171047Z CREATED:20160107T171022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T171047Z UID:1049-1478131200-1478476799@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:NAGC 63rd Annual Convention and Exhibition DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/nagc-63rd-annual-convention-exhibition/ LOCATION:Walt Disney World® Resort\, Walt Disney World Resort\, Orlando\, FL\, 32830\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="NAGC":MAILTO:nagc@nagc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161022 DTSTAMP:20160908T134303Z CREATED:20160908T134303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160908T134303Z UID:1482-1476921600-1477094399@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2016 Tennessee Association for the Gifted Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2016-tennessee-association-gifted-conference/ LOCATION:Read House Historic Inn and Suites\, 827 Broad Street\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161002 DTSTAMP:20160601T172917Z CREATED:20160601T172304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160601T172917Z UID:1366-1475107200-1475366399@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:2016 AAEGT National Gifted Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/2016-aaegt-national-gifted-conference/ LOCATION:University of New South Wales\, UNSW\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2052\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="The School of Education%2C UNSW":MAILTO:education.events@unsw.edu.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160716 DTSTAMP:20160107T170257Z CREATED:20160107T170257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T170257Z UID:1045-1468281600-1468627199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Asia Pacific Conference on Giftedness (APCG) DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/asia-pacific-conference-on-giftedness-apcg/ LOCATION:University of Macau\, Avenida da Universidade\, Taipa\, Macau\, China ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Jiang":MAILTO:apcg2016@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160716 DTSTAMP:20160404T174619Z CREATED:20160404T174423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160404T174619Z UID:1262-1468108800-1468627199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:Confratute 2016 DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/confratute-2016/ LOCATION:University of Connecticut\, Storrs\, CT\, 06269\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="NEAG CENTER FOR CREATIVITY%2C GIFTED EDUCATION%2C AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT":MAILTO:confratute@uconn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160522 DTSTAMP:20160107T211855Z CREATED:20160107T211855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T211855Z UID:1061-1463529600-1463875199@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:13th ICIE Conference DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/13th-icie-conference/ LOCATION:Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences – University of Rijeka\, Sveučilišna avenija 4\, Rijeka\, 51000\, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska) ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Krpan":MAILTO:taisir@icieworld.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160306 DTSTAMP:20160107T165018Z CREATED:20160107T165018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T165018Z UID:1039-1456876800-1457222399@world-gifted.org SUMMARY:ECHA DESCRIPTION:(Times are in Central European Summer Time) Convert to your time here. Theory alone rarely changes practice\, but stories can. This session introduces case study narratives as a professional learning tool for developing educators’ capacity to identify and serve gifted and twice exceptional (2e) learners. Grounded in the SPARKLE model research (Self-actualizing\, Personalizing\, Adapting\, Relating\, Knowing\, Learning\, Evolving\, Reflecting)\, we will discuss how case studies present realistic\, unresolved dilemmas drawn from classroom life; how they invite the creation of multiple perspectives\, and how they can enhance thoughtful decision making. Case studies can guide\, direct\, and support educators. We explain how case studies help educators make emotional connections with their students\, design personalized instruction for learners\, and inspire educators to connect theory to practice. The session closes with a summary of how using case studies in professional development impacts professional learning for educators. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Analyze a realistic case study narrative to identify multiple perspectives and possible contributing factors behind a student’s behavior and needs.Apply a reflective decision-making process that moves from personal reaction to evidence-informed instructional response.Explain how case study narratives support personalized instruction and emotional connection between educators and learners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members click here to register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eleonoor van Gerven \n \n Dr Eleonoor van Gerven is director of Slim! Educatief BV\, a private teacher education institute in The Netherlands. She specialised in gifted education and the systemic change and solution-focused approach. She is also program manager of the Dutch National Knowledge Centre for Gifted Education. In that capacity\, she is responsible for the recently launched Dutch National Curriculum for teacher education in gifted and talented education. She is also vice-president of the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debbie Troxclair \n \n Dr. Debra Troxclair is an Associate Professor at Lamar University\, where she teaches graduate courses in gifted and special education. Her research interests include twice-exceptional learners\, attitudes toward giftedness\, social-emotional issues of gifted learners\, and personality type. Prior to working in higher education\, Dr. Troxclair taught K-12 general and gifted education for nearly two decades. She has been actively involved in state and national gifted education professional organizations since 1987. She received the CEC-TAG 2024 Service Award and was recently elected Treasurer of CEC-TAG for 2026-2029. Dr. Troxclair has published in gifted education journals and books\, including serving as co-editor of Twice-Exceptional Education: Connecting Gifted and Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children\, 2025)\, and regularly presents at state\, national\, and international gifted education conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wendy Behrens \n \n Wendy Behrens is the Gifted Education Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education. She works to build equitable infrastructures for gifted\, talented\, and high‑potential learners through policy development\, advocacy\, and professional learning. A Past President of both the Council of State Directors of Programs for the Gifted and The Association for the Gifted\, Wendy serves on the academic committee for the World Council for Gifted Children and several advisory councils and editorial boards. She is the 2026 recipient of the National Association for Gifted Children Service Award. URL:https://world-gifted.org/event/echa/ LOCATION:Aula der Wissenschaften\, Wollzeile 27A\, 1010\, Wien\, Austria END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR