This is a powerpoint used during a professional learning session investigating catering for gifted and talented students at secondary school.

1. Autonomous Learner Model
Betts & Kercher
Anne Sturgess
University of Waikato

2.  Autonomous Learner Model
 Habits of Mind
 Philosophy for Children
 Future Problem Solving
 School for Young Writers
 Bibliotherapy
 Cinematherapy
 Career guidance
 Counselling
 Resilience training
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3. 5 Dimensions
1. Orientation
2. Individual development
3. Enrichment
4. Seminars
5. In-Depth Study

4. ALM Standards
Comprehend own abilities in relation to self and
society.
Develop effective interpersonal skills.
Increase knowledge across a wide range of areas.
Develop a wide range of thinking skills.
Develop individual passion areas.
Ultimately become responsible, creative,
independent, life-long learners.

5. Keep note of Strategies &
Activities that come to
mind…

6. Habits of Mind
Costa & Kallick (2000)
1. Persisting
2. Managing impulsivity
3. Listening with understanding.
4. Thinking flexibly
5. Thinking about thinking
6. Striving for accuracy
7. Questioning and posing
problems
8. Applying past knowledge
9. Communicating with clarity and
precision
10. Gathering data through all
senses
11. Creating, imagining,
innovating
12. Responding with wonderment
and awe
13. Taking responsible risks
14. Finding humour
15. Thinking interdependently
16. Remaining open to
continuous learning

7.  Psychology for Teens (P4T or P4C)
 Philosophy (Jonni Kircher)
 Motivation and goal setting – Planning
pathways through school
 Time management skills
 Creative expression
 Reflective journal writing
 Individual learning contracts
 Student self-assessment
 Flexible grouping strategies
 Mentor programmes
 Service to others
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