Conference Leaders

Professor Eddie Braggett (Canberra) provides the big picture. He outlines the main principles and the challenges we face, as well as driving our search for more satisfactory solutions through workshops.

Kathryn Brimblecombe-Fox speaks from the heart about "Living with Giftedness - Insights and Hindsights". As a parent of gifted children Kathryn has developed a deep understanding of giftedness and taken a leading advocacy role in Queensland.

Bronwyn MacLeod (Sydney) presents "Same Age, Different Reactions: Who are the gifted students in our classrooms?" and follows up with a workshop delineating appropriate curriculum strategies.

Dr Gabrielle Matters views gifted education from her position as Director of New Basics in Education Queensland. She explains how Rich Tasks act as a transdisciplinary range of knowledge, skills and problem solving to extend the gifted.

Janet Aaker Smith (Melbourne) is a celebrated presenter and author who works extensively with parents, teachers and organizations in the areas of gifted education and creative and critical thinking.

To register: Complete the registration form, print, and send to:
QAGTC Conference Committee, 282 Stafford Road, Stafford 4053

Enquiries: 07 3352 4288 Fax: 07 3352 4388 Email: office@qagtc.org.au