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MECB was present during the Giftled TPM in Istanbul, Turkey.

💼🧠Last 27th of October the Giftled consortium met to talk about the next steps of the project. Next 16th and 17th of November the partners will meet in Istanbul, Turkey, to discuss and implement the next results of the project. 🌍🇹🇷

💻📚Until then, we are still working on our Handbook and Augmented Reality cases to improve the quality of education for gifted people and you will soon be able to enjoy everything on the website!

🔗📲Don't forget to follow us on our social networks so you don't miss any news.

Link to the website: https://giftled.eu/es/

🧠The second Giftled Newsletter is now available!

The idea of this project is to provide gifted people with the appropriate needs for their development.

🔍 In our new Newsletter, we talk about:
- Augmented Reality and AR Cases 🌟.
- We also present our Handbook📚
- The September consortium meeting 👥.

If you want to discover more news, don't miss our next Newsletter. Join us on this extraordinary journey to shape the future of gifted education! 🌍 💫🎓

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🧠📚Did you know that gifted people have special learning needs? These needs must be addressed, otherwise they can cause negative attitudes towards learning, decreased motivation, academic failure or even dropping out of school.

✅Therefore, the Giftled project takes into account these educational needs and aims to integrate gifted people into STEAM education using digital tools.

💻🌐Visit our website to learn more about GIFTLED and its objectives and don't forget to follow us on our social networks so you don't miss any news.

GIFTLED A ‘’Learn by Design” – Digital Toolkit to Include Gifted Individuals in STEAM Education

🧠Don't you know the objectives of Giftled yet?

The new GIFTLED methodology aims to:

💡Improve the quality of education for gifted students with innovative STEAM education methods.
💡Improve the pedagogical and professional competences of teachers/trainers of gifted learners.
💡Address educational needs through innovative learning products.
💡Facilitate the transformation of gifted education through digitalisation.

📖💻Our digital handbook, augmented reality case studies and much more are just around the corner! Don't forget to follow us on our social networks and visit our website so you don't miss any news. 📲

🔗Link to the website: https://giftled.eu/es/

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Explore the World of STEAM Education with GIFTLET!
Are you ready to join us on this amazing journey? Visit our project website to learn more about GIFTLET, our goals, and how we're influencing education's future!
Spread the word, share this post, and invite your friends and colleagues to be part of the GIFTLET project!
Project website: https://giftled.eu/

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An online meeting for the GIFTLET project on October 12, 2023!

On October 12, 2023 an online meeting took place for the partners to discuss our project's results and set new deadlines for the upcoming tasks.

Agenda Highlights:
✨ Project Progress Review: Partners took a deep dive into what they've achieved so far, lessons learned, and the challenges they've overcome.
✨ Results Discussion: Partners had an insightful discussion on the project results so far and the impact they're making.
✨ Setting New Deadlines: Partners updated the deadlines to keep them on track.

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We're happy to share a glimpse into the GIFTLED AR Case Studies!
Are you ready to step into a world where learning comes to life through Augmented Reality?
What's Special About These AR Case Studies?
Imagine a classroom where learning knows no boundaries. Our Augmented Reality Case Studies make complex concepts come alive in a way that's both engaging and accessible.
Designed for Gifted Learners:
These AR case studies are tailor-made to pique the interest of your gifted and talented students.
We hope teachers will find these AR case studies an invaluable addition to your teaching toolbox. We are designing them to spark curiosity, foster innovation, and nurture students' natural talents.
Stay tuned for updates as we get closer to the launch.
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Introducing the GIFTLED Approach!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of a book developed as part of our GIFTLET project!
Are you a teacher eager to nurture the talents of your gifted learners in STEAM classrooms? Look no further!
"GIFTLED: Learning by Design Method in My Educational Work" is your ultimate guide to empowering gifted students and fostering their natural abilities in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).

🔍 What's Inside?
1. Introduction to GIFTLED Method
2. Gifted Individuals and Learning Characteristics
3. How to Teach Gifted Individuals
4. STEAM and STEAM Education
5. What is Augment Reality? The Use of AR Applications in Learning Activities
6. Design Tools & Applications
7. The GIFTLED Curriculum

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🔍 Discovering the Wonders of Augmented Reality in STEAM Education! 🚀🔬

Augmented Reality (AR) blends the digital world with our real environment, opening doors to endless possibilities! 🌐✨ In STEAM education, AR becomes a game-changer! 🎮📚 Students can immerse themselves in interactive experiences, visualizing complex scientific concepts, experimenting with virtual simulations, and unleashing creativity through digital art installations! 🎨🔍 From exploring the cosmos 🌌 to dissecting virtual organisms 🦠, AR sparks curiosity and fuels the passion for learning! 🌟 Embrace the future of education and empower young minds with this captivating technology!👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 The GIFTLED project will utilize AR as a part of the Learning by Design Approach, so stay tuned for more! , , ,

📚 Exciting News! 🎉 A comprehensive handbook is in the making by the project partners and will soon be released for the public! 🌟 Get ready to delve into seven enlightening chapters, exploring Gifted Individuals & their Learning Characteristics, Teaching Strategies for Gifted learners, the wonders of , and the magic of in learning! 🌐💡 Discover the power of Digital Design & Applications as learning tools! 🖥️ and more! Stay tuned for the release of this invaluable guide! 📖👀

🌟 Unraveling the World of Gifted Individuals! 🌠✨

Discovering giftedness is a fascinating journey! 🚀 Gifted individuals exhibit extraordinary traits, such as heightened cognitive abilities, insatiable curiosity, and a flair for problem-solving. Their affective characteristics include intense passion, perseverance, and a drive for perfection. Socio-emotionally, they often display empathy, sensitivity, and a deep sense of justice. 🧠❤️🤝 Identifying giftedness involves multiple assessments, including intelligence tests, observations, and teacher recommendations. Understanding these remarkable traits helps us cater to their unique learning needs. 📚

Gifted students need opportunities for deepening their learning and nurturing their creativity. Digital tools can help us!

The use of Augmented Reality Applications in gifted education with “Learning by Design” approach provides opportunities for increasing interest, meaningful learning experiences, and fostering creativity.Here are some potential effects of AR on different skills of gifted learners:

1. Cognitive Skills: AR can stimulate critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills among gifted learners. It offers interactive and immersive experiences that require students to analyze and manipulate virtual objects, encouraging higher-order thinking and intellectual engagement.
2. Creativity and Imagination: AR can spark the creativity and imagination of gifted learners by allowing them to explore and create in virtual environments. By blending the virtual and real worlds, AR provides a unique platform for students to express their ideas, design their own virtual experiences, and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.
3. Spatial Reasoning: AR can enhance spatial awareness and reasoning skills among gifted learners. By overlaying digital content onto the physical world, AR activities can help students visualize and understand complex spatial relationships, such as architectural designs, geological formations, or anatomical structures.
4. Collaboration and Communication: AR can facilitate collaborative learning experiences among gifted learners. It enables students to interact with virtual objects and communicate with peers in real-time, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and cooperation in problem-solving activities.
5. Engagement and Motivation: AR can increase engagement and motivation among gifted learners by providing interactive and personalized learning experiences. The immersive nature of AR can captivate students' attention, making the learning process more enjoyable and meaningful, which can lead to improved learning outcomes.
6. Multisensory Learning: AR can offer multisensory learning experiences by combining visual, auditory, and tactile stimuli. This multisensory approach can benefit gifted learners who may have diverse learning styles or preferences, allowing them to engage with content in a more personalized and effective manner.
7. Digital Literacy and Technological Competence: AR provides an opportunity for gifted learners to develop digital literacy skills and become familiar with emerging technologies. By using AR applications, students can acquire technical skills, learn to navigate virtual environments, and understand the ethical implications and limitations of AR technology.

The approach to meeting the needs of gifted children requires a fundamental shift in our educational system. Gifted children possess exceptional abilities and talents that require specialized attention and support. To adequately cater to their unique needs, a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach is necessary, involving the collaboration of various stakeholders. Parents, educators, policymakers, and researchers must come together to redefine our educational practices and create an environment that nurtures and challenges gifted learners. In this regard, several strategies have emerged as crucial components of reorganizing the system to fulfill the needs of gifted children. This article explores some of these strategies, ranging from early identification and assessment to research and evaluation, aiming to foster the holistic development and optimal growth of gifted children. By implementing these strategies, we can establish an inclusive and equitable educational landscape that recognizes and maximizes the potential of gifted children, allowing them to flourish and make significant contributions to society. Here are some potential strategies:

1. Early identification and assessment: Identify and assess gifted children early to provide targeted support and enrichment opportunities. Use multiple measures and assessments that capture various aspects of giftedness, including academic, creative, and socioemotional domains. 🔎📈

2. Flexible and differentiated instruction: Provide flexible and differentiated instruction that matches the learning pace and style of gifted children. Use a variety of instructional approaches such as acceleration, enrichment, and curriculum compacting to challenge and engage gifted learners. 📚🔢

3. Professional development for educators: Provide ongoing professional development for educators to improve their knowledge and skills in identifying and supporting gifted children. Offer training in evidence-based instructional strategies, differentiation, and social-emotional support for gifted learners. 👩‍🏫📚

4. Support for parents and families: Provide resources and support for parents and families of gifted children, including information about giftedness, advocacy, and parenting strategies. Establish partnerships between schools and families to support the social-emotional needs and academic development of gifted children. 🤝👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

5. Access to specialized programs and services: Offer specialized programs and services for gifted children, including gifted programs, advanced coursework, mentorship opportunities, and summer programs. Ensure equitable access to these programs regardless of a child's socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or geographic location. 🎓🌍

6. Collaborative efforts among stakeholders: Foster collaborative efforts among stakeholders such as schools, families, community organizations, and policymakers to improve the educational opportunities and outcomes for gifted children. Establish networks and partnerships to share best practices, resources, and research findings. 👥🌐

7. Research and evaluation: Conduct research and evaluation to assess the effectiveness of gifted programs and services. Use data and feedback from stakeholders to inform continuous improvement and innovation in meeting the needs of gifted children. 📊🔬

These strategies require sustained effort, resources, and commitment from all stakeholders to create a system that fulfills the needs of gifted children and maximizes their potential. 🌟🚀

There are several resources available for gifted kids to learn and explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) subjects. Here are some recommendations:

1. Online platforms: Khan Academy and Code.org, etc. 🌐📚

2. STEM toys and kits: LEGO, littlebits, Snap Circuits. 🧩🔧

3. Science centers and museums. 🏛️🔬

4. Online courses: Coursera, edX. 🎓💻

5. Gifted programs and competitions: FIRST LEGO League, Science Olympiad, Math Olympiad. 🏆🚀

6. Books and literature. 📖🌌

7. Online communities and forums: Reddit. 🌐🗣️

Adapt resources based on age and interests, providing guidance and support. 🎯🌈

Strategies for Implementing STEAM Education for Gifted Children:

a. Differentiated Instruction: Tailoring the curriculum to meet the unique needs and abilities of gifted children is essential. Offering advanced content, accelerating the pace of learning, and providing opportunities for independent exploration are effective strategies for differentiation. 🎯📚

b. Project-Based Learning: Engaging gifted children in project-based learning experiences allows them to delve deeply into a topic of interest, apply their knowledge, and develop critical thinking, research, and presentation skills. 🏗️🔍🔬

c. Mentoring and Enrichment Programs: Collaborating with experts and mentors in STEAM fields, participating in enrichment programs, and accessing advanced learning resources can further enhance gifted children's educational experiences. 🌟👩‍🔬🌱

d. Competitions and Challenges: Encouraging gifted children to participate in STEAM-related competitions and challenges can motivate their pursuit of excellence, provide recognition for their achievements, and foster a growth mindset. 🏆💡🧩

📢 GIFTLED's First Newsletter is here! 📰

🌐 GIFTLED is a groundbreaking project that aims to promote education for gifted students by harnessing the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. 🚀🔬💡

In our inaugural newsletter, we dive into:
- The relevance of the project 🌟
- We're thrilled to share the expected results 📈
- The Kick-Off Meeting of the consortium 👥

Stay tuned for more exciting updates, innovative resources, and engaging activities in our future newsletters! 🌍 Join us in this extraordinary journey to shape the future of gifted education! 💫🎓

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Gifted children possess exceptional intellectual abilities and unique talents that set them apart from their peers. 🌟 These children often demonstrate advanced cognitive skills, creativity, and a keen interest in exploring new ideas and concepts. 🔬🖥️🔧

To provide them with appropriate educational opportunities, educators and parents alike are increasingly turning to STEAM education. 🚀🎨🧮

By combining Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) in an interdisciplinary approach, gifted children can engage in stimulating and enriching learning experiences that foster their natural abilities and nurture their full potential. 🌈🔬🚀

In this article, we will explore the benefits of STEAM education for gifted children and discuss effective strategies for their education. 📚🔍🎓

Understanding Giftedness:

Gifted children exhibit exceptional intellectual and creative abilities across various domains. They have a capacity for accelerated learning, deep thinking, and problem-solving beyond their age level. Recognizing the unique needs and characteristics of gifted children is crucial for developing tailored educational approaches that promote their growth and development. 💡📚🌱

👩‍🏫👨🏽‍🏫Teachers/Educators' goals are to prepare children for school and life, develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills, teach speaking and communication skills through different exercises, transfer of knowledge, promote leadership and personal growth, and encourage lifelong love of learning.

🤓 This is what we need to have in mind when teaching ALL children/learners (gifted ones also) in all fields, especially in STEAM education.

🔎 If we start from the early years to give and teach STEAM education to gifted children/learners, we help and guide them to shape their careers!

🤔 Did you ever come across gifted learners?
ℹ️ Let's see below a video with some different teaching strategies for gifted and talented students.
🤓 Some of those techniques include student agency, differentiated instruction, project-based learning, and others.

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📖 In order to help gifted and talented children reach their full potential and be inspired to pursue professions in STEM fields, this book provides an overview of programs geared to promote their learning in STEM topics.

ℹ️ Learn more about teaching gifted learners by reading this book, titled: Teaching Gifted Learners in STEM Subjects: Developing Talent in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

🤝Let's get to know the Giftled consortium!

🌍The project consortium is made up of the following 7 organizations coming from different countries

University of Humanities and Economics in Lodz AHE 🇵🇱
Harran Üniversitesi 🇹🇷
MECB EU Partner 🇲🇹
E-School Educational Group-Eu Projects 🇬🇷
FyG Consultores 🇪🇸
CARDET 🇨🇾
Tavo Europa 🇱🇹

👥 The partners will work closely together to achieve successful results and promote STEAM education among gifted individuals.

👩‍🎓📚 Gifted students have great potential in STEAM!

‍🤔Gifted learners have the potential to make significant contributions to STEAM through their creativity, problem-solving skills, and intellectual abilities. However, they often face unique challenges that require tailored strategies.

👨‍🏫 By providing appropriate challenges, individualized instruction, and opportunities for collaboration and project-based learning, STEAM educators can help gifted learners develop their skills and make meaningful contributions to society.

📑Learn more about the challenges faced by gifted learners by reading this article and don't forget to follow

5 Common Problems Experienced By Gifted Children & Adolescents The idea that gifted kids can be at-risk comes as a surprise to many parents and educators; however, there’s substantial evidence showing that these children face unique (and sometimes daunting) challenges.

🤔 Do you know what STEAM Education is?

STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics 🧪 💻⚙️🖌➕.

Through STEAM, students are empowered to become curious learners who seek creative solutions, leading students to develop the soft and hard skills necessary to succeed in college and in their careers 🆙

📲 Check this article if you want to learn more about STEAM

What is STEAM Education? | Rethink Together STEAM education is an approach to teaching and learning that integrates science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math as pathways to guide student inquiry, discussions, and critical thinking.

🆕 The first GIFTLED leaflet is here! 🥳

👀 Take a look and find out all the relevant information about the project such as its objectives and the consortium 🤝

📲 Stay tuned for all the details of this project and don't miss any news.

🎊Let's welcome the project GIFTLED!🎊

📲This is the page where the consortium will share all the news, results, and progress of the project. You can also find us in:
🔹Instagram: giftledproject
🔹Twitter:
🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giftled/

🆕Make sure to follow us and we will keep you updated!