Session 2 = Chapters 5 - 7 (pgs. 55-102)
Was the author's lay out of these chapters helpful in your understanding of the emotional intensity of gifted students? Explain why and include page numbers.
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I really liked how Fonseca organized these the chapters beginning with the ideas relating to emotional intensity in gifted students, three student case studies, suggestions for parents, and teacher application in a classroom setting. This makes the book very easy to read. For example, the case studies that beginning on with Emily on pg. 52, then on pg.56 with Meredith, and lastly with Andrew on pg. 59. The chapters that follow discuss specific steps Emily, Meredith, and Andrew's parents did to help their child and what teachers can do as well.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Jeanette Choy's response on July 1st about this question because the author does a very nice job in making it reader friendly for anyone to read and find out more information about emotionally intensity in Gifted and Talented children.
DeleteIn response to JChoy, from July 1st, I agree, the case studies offered great examples because they were different ages and genders. I personally have only seen the elementary level GT students so it's good to know how some students deal with their emotions at an older age as Emily on page 11. Emotional Intensity can be quite serious in which a treatment plan is put into place. On page 11, Emily is involved in a treatment plan consisting of therapy and medication. A thin line between a disorder and emotional intensity of a GT child.
DeleteIn response to jchoyJuly 1, 2014 at 10:39 AM, the case studies made the information easier to read and it was easier for me to relate to the case studies..
DeleteI also liked the layout with the case study examples and the notes to teachers. In particular, I found pages 58-60 regarding dual diagnosis quite interesting. The examples often left me thinking of certain students.
DeleteI agree with Helen Roberts comment on July 1. The case studies make it "real" for me and I am able to get more out of the studies in addition to reading the texts instead of just reading text/facts only. It helps to see what we are reading actually put into place through the scenarios, teacher notes, and dialogues.
DeleteI thought that this book was laid out very nicely. It was easy to read and the case studies were excellent. The progression of the book along with the ongoing case studies was very helpful. It was nice to read about real people and how they dealt with these issues along their journey rather than reading all facts. There are so many great ideas in this book.
DeleteI agree with Helen and Lori in response to JChoy's comment. The case studies really helped me put things into perspective, I also appreciate the parent suggestions and the ideas for teachers to apply the different strategies.
DeleteI liked the author's layout of the chapters in helping me to understand the emotional intensity of gifted students because she provides case studies, suggestion and applications for teachers and parents to use. I like the case studies especially because you can see how the child is like without the understanding of what is giftedness and what's it like for a gifted child. I like suggestions that she provides, for example, on page 65 about setting clear expectations and following through with it by using it in a situation. My favorite part is " in my house, we use courtesy, responsibility, and respect as an all-encompassing guiding principal. "
ReplyDeleteIn response to Sarah Chu, I agree that the author's layout of the chapters helped my understanding, and I like the case studies.
DeleteI liked the author's layout as well. For example, Chapter 6 was broken down between the home and school. Page 54 began with the home involving clear expectations for Behavior and thereafter consequences. I especially love the "Notes to Teacher" in every chapter. This helps to distinguish what protocol I need to take as a teacher as opposed to a parent. On page 48, the "Notes to Teacher" section reiterates the importance of teachers flexibility with GT students and reminds us that we have to work as a team.
ReplyDeletei like the layout. I really like the case studies (page 52, 56, and 59). I find that i am more interested when i can read a case study, real-life example instead of having an author preach to me as to what i should/should not do. I found myself reading the case study of :Meredith and i was saying, "oh yeah, that is this student who i had last year in my 3rd period class"
ReplyDeleteIn response to Helen Roberts, July 1st, I do like the case studies. I also make better connections to my own students. I also am able to better to distinguish between high achievers and truly gifted students when these examples are given.
DeleteIn Response to Helen Roberts (July 1), I reread the case study of Meredith that you had mentioned. You had stated that you had a similar student in your 3rd period class last year. What were some strategies you used to lower your student's frustration level when challenged in an area he/she were not gifted in?
DeleteChapter Five, Twice Blessed, really belongs with the first part of the book, What It Really Means to be Gifted, while chapters six and seven gives the reader insightful strategies as to what to do with the emotional GT child. At first, I found a few worksheets a bit humorous but I can see how one in particular would be beneficial to a teacher or a parent. The worksheet called "The Movie" connects intentional emotion stimulated by a movie scene to a real emotion in their lives.
ReplyDeleteI agree with A Mitch about chapter 5. It should have been discussed with the intro chapters.
DeleteAbsolutely! I believe it would flow a bit better.
DeleteI agree with C. Tatro. I am enjoying reading the "Notes to Teacher" at the end of the chapters. I am finding lots of useful information I hope to use with all my students, especially my g/t friends.
ReplyDeleteI do like the layout of the book. It is easy to follow, something I cannot always say about books I read in book studies. I particularly like the way Fonseca uses the case studies in the book. I like how the reader gets to follow along with the story of each student. In chapter 5, pg. 56 we hear again about Meredith. I find her issues with math interesting and similar to a g/t student on my campus. I am anxious to read more about Meredith in the book.
I found the layout of chapters 5-7 easy to follow. I am enjoying reading about Andrew, Meredith, and Emily. In fact, I find myself thinking of GT kids I have encountered in my life with similar traits. I particularly enjoy the tip sheets. Also, I loved seeing the symmetry of what both homes and classrooms need to support these kids...structure, routine, chores/roles, etc. The layout of these chapters is clear- case study, tip sheet, what to do at home, what to do at school. It is interesting and easy to read.
ReplyDeleteI have identified several former students in the Andrew, Meredith, and Emily scenarios as well. I have found them very insightful.
DeleteIn response to Mrs. Timmreck and Mrs. Demeris: I, too, have found myself thinking of kids I have taught with similar traits to the examples in the book. Page 57 (Opportunities for Involvement in the Household) reminds me so much of the Love & Logic approach when it discusses kids today whose families are not as dependent on the necessary contribution in the running of the household compared to kids in the past. Participating in discussions are one way to give children opportunities for contribution. Kids need to feel the family wouldn't be the same without them there as an active participant. In the same way, kids need to feel the classroom wouldn't be the same without their participation and input.
DeleteI love the book layout..it is easy to fread and gives lots of examples of the topics discussed within the chapter are discussed again in the case scenarios of Andrew, Emily and Meredith. I have enjoyed reading about each student . The teacher notes to the teacher are a nice feature too!
ReplyDeleteSo well said Mrs. Rincon - easy to read and follow. I really enjoyed reading the case scenarios. I could easily picture a situation in my own classroom/life.
DeleteThe layout of the book is fantastic and makes for easy reading. I enjoyed reading Ch. 6 tying home and school together.I find myself thinking about home and classroom situations while reading the scenarios. I am a list maker so this falls right into my "ballpark".
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the presented material in a user friendly layout. So often we are given good information for understanding, but we are not given ideas on how to specifically address the issues. I love "The Nurturing Home" section on p. 53. Parents are always asking how they can help at home. This information helps me with specific words to use as my response when I'm asked this question in the future. I appreciate how the author gives "Predictable Reactions From Parents" (p. 56). I also think the "Notes To the Teacher" sections are extremely helpful.
ReplyDeleteI appreciated that author's layout for a few reasons: it made it easy to read, it categorized it well, and it will be easy to use this book as a reference guide in the future.
ReplyDeleteI agree. Being able to refer back is key and this book is great in that way. It has a predictable order. I like that the Teacher's Notes are always at the end.
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DeleteIn response to Katie Kavanaugh's 7/13 response I totally agree this definitely a reference for classroom use. The Note to Teacher and Teacher checklist makes it very easy to follow and implement. You get advice with resources to support the advice, very helpful.
DeleteI enjoyed the layout of the book. It is easy to read and understand. I love the case studies, and the notes to parents and teachers really allow my brain to switch gears. I am the parent of a gifted child and a teacher of gifted children. I like being able to get my thinking straight.
ReplyDeleteI did like the way these chapters were arranged. It was easy to read and easy to refer back to. I especially liked the Notes to the teacher on page 60. I struggled last year with a GT student who could not spell! GT first and LD second.
ReplyDeleteI did enjoy the layout of these chapters. Fonseca was very clear in her consideration of different preventative and problem solving techniques. She truly drove the points home with her case study examples. I particularly liked her section on positive v. punitive consequences (p. 55) as well as Fonseca's own personal accounts of things that have worked in her household.
ReplyDeleteThe layout of the book is well compartmentalized. We can l use a little refresher on the GT characteristics, but bringing in the bios really made it real. I think it is helpful being organized like this because I will likely refer back to it as a reference.
ReplyDeleteYes, I think so as the author would explain a technique, provide a graphic/worksheet and then follow the three students’ case studies in chunks that applied to the technique.
ReplyDeleteFor example, “understand the warning signs” on p.75 sets up the technique; worksheet 5:
The Movie technique is on p.77 and how that applied to Andrew, Meredith and Emily on p.79-81.
Yes, the paper reads like a process paper, so to me it's good for adults who might be moved to see emotional intensity as a problem. And what better to suggest to someone who thinks a problem exists than a solution? I also like that Fonseca asks the adult to determine his or her OWN escalation cycle. That way the adult can put himself/herself in a GT kid's shoes.
ReplyDeleteI liked the consistency of the book. The author gives you facts and information, then goes into case studies that directly correlate with the information in that chapter. The teacher notes for each chapter are equally as effective. The with the next chapter, comes more information with a deeper reflection of the particular child's case study. I found it very helpful, organized and easy to read. Part III, was beneficial to how to self improve and was perfectly placed at the end of the book. After reading the previous sections, Part III added personal confirmation that everything discussed previously could be achieved.
ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed the layout of the book. It has definitely made it a lot easier to read. A lot of facts are given, along with helpful information. The case studies have really been what has made this easy for me to read and understand. I can't help but feel redundant with everyone else's comments, but the teacher notes for each chapter are really great. This will definitely be a book that I will go back to in my classroom. The tip sheets included in each chapter will be something that I can quickly refer to for different situations.
ReplyDeleteI struggled with the book's layout, but simply because I am using the kindle format and not all of the graphics (like the tip sheets) display properly. The information within, however, is helpful enough that I will be ordering a hard copy for classroom reference before the school year begins.
ReplyDeleteIn response to Megan Davies Mennes August 4th, I experience the same issue with the format of the ebook, and now I think I will do the same, order the hard copy of the book to supplement.
DeleteThe lay out of Chapter 5 made it very easy to follow along with because for each topic there was a case study to support it and provide you with a visual. Being able to use a student as the touchstone it makes it easier to follow along with and understand especially when you aren't jumping around from student to student. The lay out of chapter 6 was really helpful because it provided teacher checklist which makes it easier than creating something new.
ReplyDeleteI have the Kindle version and sometimes it seems hard to determine how the sections are broken down, but maybe it is just my version. However, I love the "for the teacher" section and enjoy the case studies, which illustrate different aspects of the author's commentary.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Kathryn Suerth....
ReplyDeleteI too used my kindle and it was hard sometimes to see the different sections....However, I did love the convenience of my kindle and being able to highlight things.