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Presentation to faculty at Willow Grove School, Poway, California, February 16, 2017.

Presentation to the Orange County Council on Gifted and Talented Education (OCC-GATE), University of California, Irvine, October 22, 2016.

Exploring the cultivation of flow for the gifted and talented student in and through the visual, performing, digital and industrial arts. Presentation to parents at Glendale Unified School District, May 16, 2016.

Session on the fundamentals of socioemotional characteristics of giftedness and talent, presented to parents at Arroyo Vista Charter School, Chula Vista Elementary School District, March 10, 2016.

A virtual town hall on all aspects of gifted and talented education, featuring questions from diverse constituencies at Pasadena Unified School District. February 23, 2016.

Participant in arts education summit at the Getty Museum (Los Angeles) to explore the current and future state of the field. June 13 and 14, 2016.

This session explores the unique characteristics of twice-exceptional students (those identified gifted and diagnosed with learning disabilities) the best ways in which they may be supported in the school and home environment. Guidelines for parents will be shared and discussed in detail. Presented to parents at Pasadena Unified School District, January, 2016.

This interactive workshop explores the nexus of cognitive and socio-emotional factors in learning environments that inspire Flow: creativity, engagement, persistence and complete immersion in an experience. In so doing, Finding Flow offers a focus on unique proven strategies that attend to the unique needs of diverse gifted and talented (dual-/twice-exceptional; English learners; historically underrepresented populations; and low socioeconomic status students) for educators and parents emerging… 展开

This interactive workshop explores the nexus of cognitive and socio-emotional factors in learning environments that inspire Flow: creativity, engagement, persistence and complete immersion in an experience. In so doing, Finding Flow offers a focus on unique proven strategies that attend to the unique needs of diverse gifted and talented (dual-/twice-exceptional; English learners; historically underrepresented populations; and low socioeconomic status students) for educators and parents emerging from a year-long action research project undertaken by teachers in an urban school district. Resources and references for administrators, teachers and parents will be provided, including lesson plans and assessment tools. Presented to Greater Los Angeles Gifted Children's Association annual conference, April 30, 2016. 收起

Drawing from research and best practices in the neuroscience of teaching and learning, this presentation explores the use of social media to facilitate 'flow' in conventional online and blended coursework for diverse learners. Contextually grounded in pedagogy, andragogy and the emerging science of heutagogy, Finding Flow provides strategies, tools and examples that promote engagement, creativity, collaboration and commitment in the differentiated online/blended/hybrid classroom. Featured… 展开

Drawing from research and best practices in the neuroscience of teaching and learning, this presentation explores the use of social media to facilitate 'flow' in conventional online and blended coursework for diverse learners. Contextually grounded in pedagogy, andragogy and the emerging science of heutagogy, Finding Flow provides strategies, tools and examples that promote engagement, creativity, collaboration and commitment in the differentiated online/blended/hybrid classroom. Featured topics include the development and use of Personalized Learning Environments and student assessment. Practical recommendations for administrators, faculty and institutions will be offered and resources will be disseminated for future use. Presented at the Online Teaching Conference, San Diego, California (June 16-17, 2016) 收起

This session offers insight into the socio-emotional characteristics of giftedness and the manner in which they impact the gifted learner in the educational and home environment. Resources for attending to socio-emotional needs in childhood and adolescence will be provided for parents in attendance. Presentation to parents at Pasadena Unified School District. February, 2016.

Presentation to the Parent Academy at Chula Vista Elementary School District, April 9, 2016. Presents an overview of and critical findings from an examination of an ongoing professional development partnership in gifted and talented education between CVESD and the Education Department at UC San Diego Extension.

This conference session describes the revamped UC Professional Development Institute (UCPDI), particularly as it is used as a vehicle to deliver upon the research, teaching and service missions of the University of California. Unique opportunities for faculty and staff to engage UCPDI are explored in detail. UC San Diego ESPP Instructor Conference, April 16, 2016.

This session explores the root causes and impacts of underachievement among gifted and talented students, including perfectionism and other socio-emotional factors. Recommendations for working collaboratively with teachers and the school site are presented. Presented to parents at Pasadena Unified School District, April, 2016.

Providing professional development in differentiated instruction within and across grade levels at the STEM-centered Discovery Charter School, Chula Vista, California.November, 2015.

Examining salient socioemotional characteristics of gifted postsecondary learners and their impacts on the college experience. Panel presentation to parents at Chula Vista Elementary School District, September 10, 2015.

Presentation to parents at Salt Creek Elementary School, Chula Vista, California. Focusing on the fundamentals of differentiation and the manner in which teachers of the gifted and talented attend to diverse cognitive and socioaffective needs. September 17, 2015.

Outline of a contextually grounded advanced certification program for teachers of the gifted and talented in urban centers, focused on access and equity; technology-driven differentiation; and creative and critical thinking as realized across the curriculum. August, 10, 2015.

Children's book forthcoming. Ensign Barker, a seagoing canine, visits maritime musuems and significant naval landmarks, sharing what he's learned. In progress--release date to be determined.

This project explores the phenomenon of Competency-Based Education in clinical settings and its application in postsecondary education using conventional, online and blended learning platforms. These applications are examined contextually in a meta-analysis of current research in andragogy and heutagogy as well as established best practice in diverse medical environments. Summaries of findings and implications for ongoing and future work in this area are provided.

A comprehensive and holistic professional development program in gifted and talented education for faculty, staff and parents at Pasadena Unified School District. Seminars include: (1) Brain-Compatible Learning; (2) Identification and Social Emotional Characteristics of the Gifted and Talented; (3) Foundations of Differentiated Instruction Using Depth and Complexity, Content Imperatives and Universal Themes; (4) Differentiation Strategies; and (5) Special Topics in Gifted and Talented Education… 展开

A comprehensive and holistic professional development program in gifted and talented education for faculty, staff and parents at Pasadena Unified School District. Seminars include: (1) Brain-Compatible Learning; (2) Identification and Social Emotional Characteristics of the Gifted and Talented; (3) Foundations of Differentiated Instruction Using Depth and Complexity, Content Imperatives and Universal Themes; (4) Differentiation Strategies; and (5) Special Topics in Gifted and Talented Education (including the arts and giftedness, working with parents and community, among others). 收起

examines the reciprocal benefits of arts integration (visual, performing and digital) across the curriculum for gifted and talented pupils, especially as a means to ignite creativity, inspire commitment and cultivate metacognitive skills (sound habits of mind) applicable to any subject area. The presentation explores the use of technologies as they apply to arts integration, with a special focus on iMovie and similar applications. Practical recommendations and resources for parents will also… 展开

examines the reciprocal benefits of arts integration (visual, performing and digital) across the curriculum for gifted and talented pupils, especially as a means to ignite creativity, inspire commitment and cultivate metacognitive skills (sound habits of mind) applicable to any subject area. The presentation explores the use of technologies as they apply to arts integration, with a special focus on iMovie and similar applications. Practical recommendations and resources for parents will also provided. April 15, 2015, Salt Creek Elementary School, Chula Vista ESD. 收起

This presentation provides participants with the foundations of andragogy and a robust understanding of the precepts and practices of adult learning. Beyond these essential principles, Foundations of Andragogy offers powerful diagnostic tools that enable faculty members to identify and address issues related to goal setting; motivation; persistence; and comprehension in the diverse community college classroom. The cognitive and affective domains for adults are revisited and more expounded upon,… 展开

This presentation provides participants with the foundations of andragogy and a robust understanding of the precepts and practices of adult learning. Beyond these essential principles, Foundations of Andragogy offers powerful diagnostic tools that enable faculty members to identify and address issues related to goal setting; motivation; persistence; and comprehension in the diverse community college classroom. The cognitive and affective domains for adults are revisited and more expounded upon, as are issues related to inter-/cross-disciplinary learning; pacing; social constructivism; feedback; fieldwork; spiraled curriculum and the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD). April 17, 2015. Mesa College, San Diego, California (Languages Conference) 收起

Follow up from Online College Counseling Certificate Programs: An Update from the Field. Changes that were affected in the wake of gathering feedback from the field. Presentation to National Association of College Admissions Counselors, October, 2015, San Diego, California.

Address to administrators and educators from the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Consortium examining the application of principles and best practices of adult learning as they apply to training for complex and fluid circumstances. September 17, 2015, Del Mar, California.

Trainings for faculty and staff at Wright Middle School STEAM Magnet, Los Angeles Unified School District. These trainings explore the application of differentiated instruction using depth and complexity and project-based learning in STEAM classrooms at the middle school level. Includes cross-curricular and brain-compatible strategies for diverse learners.November and December, 2014.

Presentation to parents at the Chula Vista Elementary School District, November 5 and December 3, 2014.

Presentation to parents at Salt Creek Elementary School, Chula Vista Elementary School District, December 17, 2014.

Presentation to parents at Willow Grove Elementary School, Poway Unified School District, December 11, 2014.

A Master Course in Gifted Education that examines the neuroscientific and affective foundations of cross-curricular integration for gifted and talented pupils, especially those who are underidentified and underserved in the current educational context. Delivered November 1, 2014 at the Pasadena Convention Center.

Presentation to the Discovery Charter School, Chula Vista, Ca., October 16, 2014.

Two reflective sessions on the coalescence of technology and practical neuroscience for gifted and talented pupils immersed in a curriculum rich in science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. Presented to the Orange County Council on Gifted and Talented Education (OCC-GATE), October 25, 2014 at the University of California, Irvine.

Examines successful and replicable practices that cultivate ongoing community engagement in urban schools with diverse ethnic, socioeconomic and linguistic populations. Fostering authentic engagement in traditional settings and in the virtual world is discussed in detail, including effective development of community and social capital to support the work of teachers and of the school more broadly. Presented at the King-Chavez Neighborhood of Schools Professional Development Conference, August… 展开

Examines successful and replicable practices that cultivate ongoing community engagement in urban schools with diverse ethnic, socioeconomic and linguistic populations. Fostering authentic engagement in traditional settings and in the virtual world is discussed in detail, including effective development of community and social capital to support the work of teachers and of the school more broadly. Presented at the King-Chavez Neighborhood of Schools Professional Development Conference, August 15, 2014. 收起

Examining the best practices associated in working with adult learners in a blended/hybrid environment. Presentation to National Training Institute/NJATC, Ann Arbor, Michigan.

A scalable five-year project undertaken with a major metropolitan school district focusing specifically on the cognitive and affective needs of underserved gifted and talented students across two grade levels at five schools. A STEAM-Powered Renaissance addresses two essential objectives vital to the future of gifted and talented education: (1) meaningfully increasing the number of identified pupils from underserved populations; and (2) enhancing achievement and process-based skills within and… 展开

A scalable five-year project undertaken with a major metropolitan school district focusing specifically on the cognitive and affective needs of underserved gifted and talented students across two grade levels at five schools. A STEAM-Powered Renaissance addresses two essential objectives vital to the future of gifted and talented education: (1) meaningfully increasing the number of identified pupils from underserved populations; and (2) enhancing achievement and process-based skills within and across Science; Technology; Engineering; Arts and Mathematics (STEAM disciplines).The project provides a sophisticated approach to this endeavor that is simultaneously holistic and targeted, longitudinally employing four research-proven interventions that benefit from organic synergies (Targeted Intervention Program [TIP]; Academic English Mastery and Proficiency [AEMP]; the Renzulli Learning System; and ongoing professional development coursework in gifted and talented education, brain-compatible teaching and learning, STEAM disciplines, and action research). 收起

Presentation to UC San Diego instructional staff focused on the use of social media to facilitate 'flow' in conventional online and blended coursework (originally scheduled for May 17, 2014).

Presentation to parents at Pasadena Unified School District, April 1, 2014.

Presentation to the Arizona Association for the Gifted and Talented (AAGT), February 6, 2014, Phoenix, Arizona and the California Association for the Gifted (CAG), February 21, 2014.

Convening local P-12 educators and senior faculty in the arts and sciences at UC San Diego to brainstorm around challenges and collaborative opportunities in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics).

Tri-Cities Conference for Gifted and Talented Education (sponsored by the Los Angeles Unified School District) Pasadena, CA (December, 2013)

Presentation to Vista Verde K-8 School, Irvine Unified School District (January, 2014). An examination of effective strategies to engage the affective domain, based on a practical understanding of the physiology of teaching and learning.

Chula Vista Elementary School District, Chula Vista, CA (November, 2013)

Orange County Council for Gifted and Talented Education (OCC-GATE), Irvine, CA (October, 2013)

Annual Conference of the Independent Educational Consultants’ Association (IECA), San Diego, CA (November, 2013)

Fullerton City Schools, Fullerton, CA (November, 2013)

In this session, the neuroscience of everyday technologies is explored as a means to engage the brain and promote "?Flow,' metacognition, and creativity in gifted and talented pupils. Cutting-edge tools and technology-fueled individual/collaborative pedagogies are reviewed in detail, including gaming and Personalized Learning Environments. Additional topics include assisting the gifted in becoming critical consumers of web-based information (formal and informal) and using technology with gifted… 展开

In this session, the neuroscience of everyday technologies is explored as a means to engage the brain and promote "?Flow,' metacognition, and creativity in gifted and talented pupils. Cutting-edge tools and technology-fueled individual/collaborative pedagogies are reviewed in detail, including gaming and Personalized Learning Environments. Additional topics include assisting the gifted in becoming critical consumers of web-based information (formal and informal) and using technology with gifted English Learners and Twice-Exceptional pupils. Presentation to the annual conference of the California Association for the Gifted (CAG), February 28, 2015. 收起

Presentation to the Learning Impact Leadership Institute, Atlanta, Georgia, May 6, 2015. Dissemination of experiences using Qualcomm's EmpoweredU app to host a multimedia intensive mentorship course for educators using smart phones and tablets. This presentation explores themes emerging from action research undertaken by the Education Department in support of the course, including replicating the experience for those in other disciplines and professions requiring more sophisticated training in… 展开

Presentation to the Learning Impact Leadership Institute, Atlanta, Georgia, May 6, 2015. Dissemination of experiences using Qualcomm's EmpoweredU app to host a multimedia intensive mentorship course for educators using smart phones and tablets. This presentation explores themes emerging from action research undertaken by the Education Department in support of the course, including replicating the experience for those in other disciplines and professions requiring more sophisticated training in mentorship; unique synergies have emerged between all constituencies involved in the project, stemming from immediate access to peers, faculty and personnel charged with maintaining and troubleshooting the learning management system; real-time guidance and advisement; as well as immediate access to multimedia features embedded with the platform. 收起

This presentation provides participants with the foundations of andragogy and a robust understanding of the precepts and practices of adult learning. Beyond these essential principles, Foundations of Andragogy offers powerful diagnostic tools that enable faculty members to identify and address issues related to goal setting; motivation; persistence; and comprehension in the diverse community college classroom. The cognitive and affective domains for adults are revisited and more expounded upon,… 展开

This presentation provides participants with the foundations of andragogy and a robust understanding of the precepts and practices of adult learning. Beyond these essential principles, Foundations of Andragogy offers powerful diagnostic tools that enable faculty members to identify and address issues related to goal setting; motivation; persistence; and comprehension in the diverse community college classroom. The cognitive and affective domains for adults are revisited and more expounded upon, as are issues related to inter-/cross-disciplinary learning; pacing; social constructivism; feedback; fieldwork; spiraled curriculum and the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD). March 20, 2015. Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA. 收起

Practical Andragogical Strategies provides faculty members with specific andragogical strategies that can be employed, differentiated and modified to suit any learning environment--face-to-face, online, or hybrid/blended. Effective elements of contextualized instructional design, delivery and assessment are discussed and examples of proven practices that facilitate active learner engagement (learner-learner/learner-content/learner-instructor) will be distributed and explored in detail. April… 展开

Practical Andragogical Strategies provides faculty members with specific andragogical strategies that can be employed, differentiated and modified to suit any learning environment--face-to-face, online, or hybrid/blended. Effective elements of contextualized instructional design, delivery and assessment are discussed and examples of proven practices that facilitate active learner engagement (learner-learner/learner-content/learner-instructor) will be distributed and explored in detail. April, 2015. Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA. 收起

Presentation to the Arizona Association for the Gifted and Talented (AAGT), Phoenix, Arizona, February, 2017. Exploring the roles of the visual, performing and digital arts in fostering creativity, commitment and general well-being (Hygge) in the diverse gifted classroom.

Building from What a Ride... and based on research and best practices in andragogy, this presentation examines those elements that comprise ideal learning environments for diverse postsecondary students--both face-to-face and online. Topics include the expanded roles of faculty members as instructional leaders and mentors in the community college environment; changing demographics, 'threat' and power dynamics; interdependent learning and the balance between formal and informal learning… 展开

Building from What a Ride... and based on research and best practices in andragogy, this presentation examines those elements that comprise ideal learning environments for diverse postsecondary students--both face-to-face and online. Topics include the expanded roles of faculty members as instructional leaders and mentors in the community college environment; changing demographics, 'threat' and power dynamics; interdependent learning and the balance between formal and informal learning resources and environments; the mechanics of differentiated instruction in the community college environment; using formative assessments to obtain a 'lay of the land'; roles of new technologies in the classroom and college environment, among others. February 3 and 20, 2015. Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA. 收起

This presentation provides an interactive synopsis of the neurophysiology of adult education, contextualized within the cognitive and affective needs of postsecondary students with diverse academic backgrounds and practical life experiences. Rooted in Malcolm Knowles' seminal work in andragogy and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's research on 'Flow', What a Ride... explores the ways in which problem-centered learning; experiential and epiphany-based learning; empowerment and choice; and practical… 展开

This presentation provides an interactive synopsis of the neurophysiology of adult education, contextualized within the cognitive and affective needs of postsecondary students with diverse academic backgrounds and practical life experiences. Rooted in Malcolm Knowles' seminal work in andragogy and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's research on 'Flow', What a Ride... explores the ways in which problem-centered learning; experiential and epiphany-based learning; empowerment and choice; and practical relevance serve as catalysts for creativity and commitment within and across disciplinary areas in the community college environment. January 16, 2015, Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California. 收起