In this episode, Dr. Joanne Foster, an expert in gifted education and author, shares her journey and insights into supporting the wellbeing of gifted children. Originating from a classroom experience that sparked her interest in gifted education, Dr. Foster dives into topics such as motivating gifted children, the importance of finding an optimal match between a child's interests and their learning tasks, and avoiding the potential pitfalls of labeling children with 'potential.'
Dr. Foster discusses her books on procrastination and offers practical tips for parents to help their gifted children navigate their educational journeys while maintaining balance and resilience.
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