PODCASTS

130. How can we better support gifted students?

How do schools identify gifted students? How can schools ensure quality and equity in access to gifted education? What challenges do gifted students face? And what do these students need to thrive? 
In this episode, Dr. Brian Housand joins Kevin to discuss how we can better support gifted students.

Educational Innovation: The Role of Curiosity in Modern Education

Can curiosity be measured, and if so, what fuels it to reach its full potential? Join us in an another enlightening conversation with Dr. Brian Housand as we dissect the idea of a Hierarchy of Curiosity in Education.  Imagine starting a lesson with a spark that ignites curiosity, much like the intrigue of a movie trailer. We discuss how this approach, along with tools like "Firestarters" and artifact jars, can transform the classroom environment into one that celebrates exploration and discovery. 

Educational Innovation: Harnessing the Power of Curiosity

What's the secret behind igniting a lifelong love for learning? Join us as we unravel the answer with Dr. Brian Housand from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Dr. Housand sheds light on the profound role of curiosity in education and how it serves as the bedrock of creativity, problem-solving, and innovation. Drawing inspiration from Albert Einstein's notion of being "passionately curious," this episode promises to change the way you think about intelligence and learning. 

Fighting Fake News

When your inner skeptic constantly nags at you saying something’s not right, what should you do? Dr. Brian Housand thinks you should celebrate. On episode 31 Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Brian about how to fight fake news, and the short answer is: question everything.

Beating Gifted Kid Burnout

Burnout is something everyone occasionally deals with, but it manifests very differently in the world of neurodiversity. Today we talk about the burnout experienced by twice-exceptional and gifted kids. Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Brian Housand and Andi McNair, and it’s a conversation all gifted people, and parents of gifted kids, need to hear.

Geeking Out and Meaningful Tools: A Conversation with Brian Housand & Andi McNair

This week’s episode includes interviews with Dr. Brian Housand, self-proclaimed geek and gifted education expert, and Andi McNair, MasterMind speaker and Genius Hour guru. Dive in with these amazing speakers as they share their stories on how important it is to be passionate about something and offer tips on how to make classroom tools meaningful.

A Bright Future fueled by Curiosity & Technology

We chat with Brian Housand, Ph.D. about how learning and technology have the potential to supercharge students’ innate curiosity and propel them toward a lifetime of inquiry and investigation. Brian talks about tapping into students’ interests and purposefully constructing experiences that promote creative, productive giftedness.

Episode 52: How Do We Approach Gifted Kid Burnout?

Listen to Andi McNair and Brian Housand share their thoughts around Gifted Kid Burnout and how it's affecting today's gifted learners and their school experience.

What is an Umbrella?

In this episode, Drs. Brian and Angela discuss lifelong giftedness, react to our podcast title and the significance of the phrase “They’ll Be Fine,” and explain why it is important for teachers to be educated about gifted learners.

AAGC Gifted Chat: CONNECTIONS

Join this session with Dr. Brian Housand as he talks about CONNECTIONS on many, different levels. Gifted children need connections with intellectual peers who share interests and teachers of gifted need connections with other gifted teachers. You may find other connections within the discussion and hopefully, you will make a connection! 

BOOKS

Using the Schoolwide Enrichment Model With Technology is an extension of a talent development model implemented in more than 2,500 schools across the U.S. and widely used internationally. More than 40 years of research and development has documented the effectiveness of the SEM approach to promoting higher level thinking skills and creative productivity. This solution-oriented book, unlike other books focused on using technology in the classroom, recognizes that digital technologies are changing and evolving at lightning speeds. Our effective skills for using technology transcend time by focusing on how to find and use digital resources and tools rather than listing the resources that already exist. Focusing on the skills that support critical thinking and problem solving, decision-making, and communication, the authors seamlessly merge technology to launch students toward independent productivity. This accessible and highly practical guide is rich with examples that will change the way you think about education while providing hands-on "how-to" guidance for creating a culture of excellence and innovation in your school and classroom.

Joyful Reading offers teachers a differentiated instructional approach for motivating students at varied levels todiscover the rewards and delights of reading appropriately challenging books. The book describes the Schoolwide Enrichment Model for Reading (SEM-R), an easy-to-implement program that encourages students to read independently for a period of time during the school day on books of their own choice while supporting them in learning comprehension strategies. The SEM-R program has been shown by research to improve students' fluency and comprehension as well as their attitudes toward reading and is praised by teachers for getting students excited about books. The book includes a DVD showing teachers using the program.

• Reproducible "bookmarks" for scaffolding students in critical thinking and comprehension activities​
• Tips for supporting students in selection of appropriately challenging books
• ​Materials for managing independent reading in the classroom, including log sheets, five-minute conference tips, writing prompts, assessment rubrics, and a reading growth chart
• Exciting enrichment resources to develop students' reading interests, including a survey form, online books, Web-based activities, and Renzulli Learning resources
• Hands-On Creativity activities that help students elaborate ideas, develop fluency, brainstorm, and much more
• Reproducible X-ploration projects on varied topics that students can pursue independently at their own pace

CHAPTERS

Housand, B. C. (2018). Inspiring student creativity from SCRATCH. In J. Danielian, C. M. Fugate, & E. Fogarty (Eds.), Teaching gifted children: Success strategies for teaching high-ability learners. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc.
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Housand, B. C. (2018). From consumer to Producer: DIY and the Maker Movement. In J. Danielian, C. M. Fugate, & E. Fogarty (Eds.), Teaching gifted children: Success strategies for teaching high-ability learners. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc.

Venosdale, K., & Housand, B. (2016). From consumer to producer: Gifted education and the maker movement. In D. Dailey & A. Cotabish (Eds.), Engineering instruction fro high-ability learners in K-8 classrooms. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc.

Housand, B. C. (2016). The role of technology in curriculum for the gifted: From little acorns grow mighty oaks. In K. R. Stephens & F. A. Karnes (Eds.), Introduction to curriculum design in gifted education. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc.

Housand, A. M.,  & Housand, B. C. (2015). “T” is for technology education: Developing technological talent and skill through curriculum and practice. In B. MacFarlane (Ed.). STEM education for high ability learners: Designing and implementing programming. Prufrock Press Inc. ​

Housand, B. C., & Housand, A. M. (2015). The best of both worlds: Technology as a pathway for meaningful choice. In T. Stambaugh & S. Wood (Eds.). Serving gifted students in rural settings. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc. 

Housand, B. C. (2013). The potential of technology to foster creativity. In J. B. Jones & L. J. Flint (Eds.). The creative imperative: School librarians and teachers cultivating curiosity together. Libraries Unlimited.

Besnoy, K. D., Housand, B. C., & Clarke, L. W. (2009). Changing nature of technology and the promise of educational technology for gifted education. In F. A. Karnes & S. M. Bean (Eds.), Methods and materials for teaching the gifted (3rd ed.). Waco, TX: Prufrock Press Inc.