180 - Beyond the label

About this episode

The episode discusses strategies for supporting gifted students with insights from experts in the field.

Supporting gifted students with care and clarity.About Dr. Michael CascianelliDr Michael Cascianelli is Head of Secondary Years, Diploma Programme at the International Baccalaureate, and a University of Cambridge-trained researcher, school leader, and author specialising in Gifted Education. His doctoral research pioneered the first implementation of a Schoolwide Enrichment Model in Italy, translating Renzulli's scholarship into a bilingual international school context and establishing a replicable framework for gifted provision across cultures. He is co-author of Understanding Giftedness: A Guide for Parents and Educators (Routledge), a practitioner-focused resource equipping educators and families with evidence-based strategies for identifying and nurturing high-potential learners. With leadership experience spanning schools in Europe, Asia, and the United States, Dr Cascianelli is a passionate advocate for systemic, research-informed approaches to talent development in international education. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcascianelli/ About Marijin BergsmaMarijn Bergsma is the founder of BrightPath, an enrichment and gifted education consultancy working with…

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Michael Cascianelli, Marijn Bergsma

Topics covered

• gifted education
• supporting students
• international education
• talent development
• enrichment programs

Keywords

• gifted students
• education strategies
• talent development
• international schools
• enrichment education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: International Baccalaureate, BrightPath

Books & works: Understanding Giftedness: A Guide for Parents and Educators

Places: Italy, Europe, Asia, United States

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