This course provides educators with practical knowledge and strategies to effectively identify and support gifted and talented students within inclusive classroom environments. Participants will explore evidence-based approaches to recognising advanced abilities, differentiating instruction, and fostering students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Participants will:

• Explore the characteristics and learning profiles of gifted and talented students

• Learn practical identification and observation strategies

• Develop differentiated teaching approaches to challenge and engage advanced learners

• Understand the social and emotional needs of gifted students

• Apply inclusive practices that support diverse learning abilities

• Create supportive learning environments that promote creativity, motivation, and critical thinking

Learning Objectives

• Understand the characteristics and needs of gifted and talented learners

• Use practical tools and observation strategies to recognise gifted students

• Apply differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs

• Recognise and support the social and emotional needs of gifted students

• Promote inclusive classroom practices for diverse learning abilities

• Strengthen observation and assessment skills

• Support student motivation, creativity, and critical thinking

• Create supportive learning environments for gifted learners

• Adapt teaching strategies to challenge and engage advanced learners

• Create inclusive classroom environments that support all students

• Collaborate effectively with parents and colleagues to support gifted students

Target Group

Teachers, school leaders, headmasters, teaching assistants, school counsellors, administrative staff, and other educational professionals working in school environments.

Methodology and Assessment

The course follows an interactive, participant-centred methodology that combines theory with practice. Training includes workshops, group discussions, case studies, role-plays, classroom simulations, practical activities, reflection exercises, and continuous formative feedback to support skill development and professional growth.

Training Materials and Resources

Participants will receive practical resources to support learning, including PowerPoint (PPT) presentations, gifted education resources, observation checklists and screening tools, differentiated instruction templates, interactive reflection tools and worksheets, instructional video clips, classroom activity guides, printed workbooks, case scenario scripts, and visual aids for identifying and supporting gifted learners.

Competences Developed

Participants will develop key professional competencies that support effective identification and support of gifted learners, including:

• Observation and assessment skills for identifying gifted students

• Differentiated instruction and curriculum adaptation skills

• Inclusive teaching and classroom management strategies

• Communication and collaboration skills with parents and colleagues

• Emotional intelligence and student support skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving in educational practice

• Reflective practice and continuous professional development

• Creativity and innovation in teaching and learning

• Ability to support diverse learning needs in inclusive classrooms

• Leadership skills in promoting inclusive and supportive learning environments

Intercultural Learning Dimension

Participants from different countries share experiences related to gifted education, explore cultural differences in recognising talent and ability, and develop inclusive strategies for supporting gifted learners in diverse educational settings.

Sustainability and Transfer of Learning

Participants are encouraged to implement identification and support strategies in their classrooms, share practices with colleagues, adapt teaching methods for diverse learners, and develop action plans to support long-term student development and inclusive education practices.

Impact on the School or Organisation Community

Improved identification of gifted and talented students, increased student engagement and achievement, stronger support for diverse learning needs, enhanced collaboration among teachers and parents, improved classroom inclusion, and a more supportive learning environment for all students.

Duration: 5 days

Language of Instruction: English (minimum B1 level)

Certification: Participants who attend at least 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Course Fee: 450 EUR (Fully funded under Erasmus+)

What Is Included in the Fee

• 20–30 hours of expert-led training

• Training materials and resources

• 5 days of training (Plus 2 travel days)

• Certificate of participation (minimum 80% attendance)

• Welcome lunch or dinner

• Coffee and tea breaks

• Cultural excursion

• Europass certificate (on request)

Additional Information

Schedule
Training sessions take place in the morning or afternoon at the provider’s discretion. The schedule may vary slightly depending on participants’ needs and organisational considerations.

Equipment
Depending on the course activities, participants may be required to bring their own laptop.