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Super Sunday

Cultivating Inquiry: Developing Research Skills in Young Gifted Learners

Sunday, November 16, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM ET
Location: Convention Center, 306/307
Grade Level: Pre-K-2
Short Description: Introducing research to young gifted learners requires thoughtful planning to accommodate their diverse cognitive abilities and skill levels. This session presents a framework that fosters inquiry, critical thinking, and information literacy. Educators will explore practical strategies, including differentiated scaffolding and real-world applications, to help students develop independent research skills. Student work samples and classroom integration techniques will be shared.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discover effective ways to nurture information literacy and critical thinking in young gifted learners.
  • Learn how to tailor research scaffolding techniques to support early learners' curiosity and diverse abilities.
  • Gain practical strategies for guiding young gifted students in conducting independent, inquiry-based research projects.