Online Class: Recognizing and Supporting Gifted Students with Disabilities

Embark on a transformative journey that redefines how we perceive gifted learners with disabilities, where educators become advocates for twice-exceptional students. By integrating universal design principles and collaborative community practices, this course breaks traditional boundaries to create nurturing spaces for diverse talents.

Self-Paced, Online Class
Valnet
 
  • 15
    Lessons
  • 22
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine being an educator standing at the crossroads of potential and challenge, where the extraordinary meets the unexpected. Welcome to "Recognizing and Supporting Gifted Students with Disabilities," a groundbreaking journey into the heart of twice-exceptionality. This is not just another course; it's an awakening—a call to transform education by illuminating the hidden gems among us who straddle the line between giftedness and learning disabilities.

Twice-exceptional students, often abbreviated as 2e, bring unmatched brilliance and unique challenges to the fore, blending their pronounced abilities with learning obstacles that subtly mask their potential. As we dive deep into their world, we redefine traditional educational narratives, embarking on a voyage to decode the labyrinth of abilities and challenges that characterize 2e students. This course is your compass and guide, unlocking new horizons in understanding and nurturing these remarkable minds.

Here, you won't just learn about twice-exceptionality—you will live it. By immersing in this dynamic and engaging course, you'll realize how twice-exceptional learners redefine the constructs of teaching and learning. The curriculum invites you to move beyond labels, to view students as complex, multidimensional individuals. These future pioneers stand at the intersection of talent and adversity, and with your newfound insight, you will become the advocate they need to embark on their educational journey.

You'll begin by delving into the paradox of twice-exceptionality, illuminating how we mistakenly perceive limitations where there are hidden strengths, and sometimes crafting obstacles out of opportunity. Through vivid narratives and real-world examples, this course paints a rich tapestry of student experiences, revealing that the dual nature of their abilities is not a hindrance but a wellspring of potential.

With each module, you will gain a holistic understanding of the mechanisms behind neurodiversity, demystifying the educational approaches needed to empower these students. From mastering universal design principles to utilizing cutting-edge assistive technologies, you will be equipped with practical tools and strategies that transcend traditional teaching methods. This is not just about adding skills to your teaching toolkit—it's about revolutionizing your educational philosophy.

Imagine standing in a classroom where every student feels seen and recognized. By decoding the intricate dance of dual exceptionality, you'll unleash a community-driven approach that champions collaboration among educators, parents, and specialists. You'll learn to craft Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and work with 504 Plans that cater not just to the challenges but also to the gifts of 2e learners, enabling them to excel in an inclusive, adaptable, and nurturing environment.

Throughout this transformative experience, you will build a network of like-minded peers—individuals committed to reshaping education to foster true understanding and acceptance. Together, you'll celebrate the brilliant but often overlooked contributions of 2e students. This course is not just about changing the lives of students; it's about an evolution in the systems meant to support them.

"Recognizing and Supporting Gifted Students with Disabilities" is not just essential; it's a moral imperative for those passionate about inclusive education. Enroll today, and step into a realm where education is not confined by traditional boundaries but is expanded through innovation and empathy. Here, you will forge a legacy of inclusivity and empowerment for the twice-exceptional students who await an education that matches their extraordinary potential.

 
 

Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Navigating the Paradox of Giftedness and Disabilities in Education

Supporting twice-exceptional learners involves embracing differentiated instruction and implementing methods like Universal Design for Learning. These strategies tailor educational experiences to each student's unique profile, fostering their potential beyond traditional frameworks. 21 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-HomeWork-17585.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete: Lesson 1 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam

Lesson 2. 2e Students: Bridging Talent and Challenge

Twice-exceptionality, characterized by the presence of extraordinary abilities and specific learning challenges, demands innovative educational approaches to address unique student profiles. Educators, parents, and specialists must collaborate to develop individualized strategies that enhance strengths while providing necessary support for disabilities. 20 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WordSearch-17587.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. Empowering Unique Minds: Harnessing Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity invites an appreciation of the varied cognitive profiles within the student population, shifting focus from deficits to strengths. In education, this perspective supports gifted students with disabilities by recognizing their unique abilities and challenges, and employing tailored solutions to harness their full potential. 17 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-HomeWork-17589.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. Beyond Labels: Understanding the Complex Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students

The identification and support of twice-exceptional students are complicated by misconceptions and limited educational policies. Embracing individualized educational approaches and enhancing teacher training can foster an inclusive environment that recognizes these students' multifaceted abilities. 20 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Activity-17591.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. Empowering Twice-Exceptional Learners for Success

Identifying twice-exceptional students is complex due to the intertwining of their gifted and challenged aspects, leading to potential misdiagnosis or neglect. Tailored educational environments can bridge these gaps by catering to both their exceptional abilities and specific struggles, fostering a more inclusive experience. 19 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Activity-17593.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam

Lesson 6. Unlocking Hidden Potential: Supporting Twice-Exceptional Learners

Recognizing the unique characteristics and intersection of abilities and disabilities in twice-exceptional learners is crucial for their identification and support. These students often mask their giftedness with challenges, necessitating a tailored approach from educators and caregivers. 19 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WordSearch-17595.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam

Lesson 7. Tailoring Education for 2e Students

By altering how students engage with materials, process differentiation provides diverse pathways to understanding, vital for managing ADHD, autism, and other disabilities. Diverse methods such as experiential learning, visual aids, and multimedia stimulate engagement and foster a deeper understanding of complex concepts. 21 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-Activity-17598.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam

Lesson 8. Understanding Dual Exceptionality: Masked Abilities Revealed

Understanding dual exceptionality helps recognize gifted students with disabilities, highlighting unique challenges posed by asynchronous development and masked abilities. Educators must employ specialized strategies to support these students, ensuring both their potential and limitations are addressed for an enriched educational journey. 21 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-Activity-17601.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam

Lesson 9. Exploring the Dual Nature of Twice-Exceptional Learners

The intersection of giftedness and learning disabilities in twice-exceptional students necessitates an empathetic and nuanced approach by educators. Recognizing their talents alongside areas of struggle leads to comprehensive educational growth. 19 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-WorkSheet-17604.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam

Lesson 10. Twice-Exceptional: Unmasking Hidden Talents

Twice-exceptionality presents a complex interplay of extraordinary abilities and distinct challenges, often causing misidentification and inadequate educational support. Effective strategies include IEPs and 504 Plans, which synergize gifted education and special needs accommodations, ensuring students receive enrichment alongside necessary interventions. 20 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-WorkSheet-17607.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam

Lesson 11. Gifted and Challenged: The Journey of 2e Students

Navigating social dynamics can be challenging for 2e students, as their heightened sensitivities often lead to isolation, requiring empathetic, personalized support. Through social skills training and creating inclusive educational settings, these students can thrive both academically and personally. 21 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-WordSearch-17610.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 11 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam

Lesson 12. Fostering Growth in Dual-Exceptional Learners

Cultural biases, language barriers, and socioeconomic factors greatly impact the recognition of dual exceptionality, disguising talents in marginalized communities. Schools must foster inclusive practices and broaden learning environments to empower these students, aligning traditional settings with innovative, personalized approaches. 21 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-WorkSheet-17613.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 12 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam

Lesson 13. The Paradox of Twice-Exceptionality: Unveiling Hidden Strengths

Twice-exceptional learners possess outstanding intellectual capabilities alongside learning challenges, which may mask their true potential and complicate their identification. Understanding and supporting their unique needs enables educators to maximize these students’ academic and personal growth through tailored strategies and environments. 20 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-13-HomeWork-17616.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam

Lesson 14. Navigating Twice-Exceptional Education: Challenges and Strategies

By leveraging technology, gifted students with disabilities can overcome learning obstacles, unlocking their potential through tools like text-to-speech software and organizational apps. These assistive technologies facilitate academic success by transforming challenges into opportunities for creativity and engagement. 19 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-14-WordSearch-17619.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam

Lesson 15. 2e Students: Where Talent Meets Challenge

Educators aiming to support twice-exceptional kids must balance the strengths and challenges of these students by implementing tailored approaches. Support networks involving parents and educators, alongside dynamic learning environments, are crucial in enabling these students to thrive. 20 Total Points
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-15-WordSearch-17622.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
298
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Design instructional strategies to support twice-exceptional learners by applying differentiating techniques and evaluating the effectiveness of these strategies for academic and emotional growth.
  • Define twice-exceptionality and identify characteristics of twice-exceptional learners, including strengths and challenges, using provided case studies.
  • Analyze and evaluate the implementation of comprehensive assessments and differentiated instruction to accommodate and support the strengths and needs of twice-exceptional students.
  • Recognize and describe the unique challenges and opportunities in identifying twice-exceptional students and the importance of tailored educational strategies.
  • Define neurodiversity and explain its importance in supporting twice-exceptional students by highlighting their unique strengths and challenges.
  • Identify and implement inclusive strategies, including technology and personalized learning plans, to accommodate twice-exceptional students' varied learning needs and preferences.
  • Analyze the concept of twice-exceptionality and describe how myths surrounding giftedness and disabilities can complicate identification and support in educational settings.
  • Identify specific strategies educators can implement to create inclusive educational plans addressing the needs of twice-exceptional students, focusing on both their strengths and challenges.
  • Define twice-exceptionality and identify the key characteristics distinguishing twice-exceptional students, including their potential for both giftedness and disabilities.
  • Recognize and describe effective strategies for supporting twice-exceptional students, focusing on differentiated instruction and personalized learning plans that foster both giftedness and disability management.
  • Define the concept of twice-exceptional learners by identifying at least two characteristics that demonstrate the intersection of giftedness and disabilities.
  • Explain the importance of creating individualized educational plans (IEPs) or 504 Plans that address both the strengths and challenges of twice-exceptional students, using specific examples to illustrate different needs and accommodations.
  • Define and implement content differentiation strategies to customize educational material for twice-exceptional students, ensuring challenges and strengths are addressed effectively.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Recognizing and Supporting Gifted Students with Disabilities
Course Number: 57700639
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is available online in all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in English-speaking countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: January 2025
CEU Value: 0.5 CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher for successful completion.
Course Type: Curriculum-Based, Online Class
Instructional Method: Self-Paced, Asynchronous
Assessment Method: End of lesson review exams and course final exam

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