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The Inconvenient Student
Critical Issues in the Identification and Education of Twice-Exceptional Students
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Michael Postma's The Inconvenient Student explores the complexities of identifying and educating twice-exceptional children who show both high abilities and learning or developmental differences.
Drawing on his experience as an educator, administrator, and parent, Postma explains asynchronous development patterns, the social-emotional vulnerabilities of 2e learners, and practical classroom strategies.
The book is written as an accessible introduction for teachers and parents, combining developmental background with concrete accommodations and advocacy advice.
Postma emphasizes holistic development—embedding social-emotional learning alongside academics—and calls for individualized approaches and better teacher training.
The work aims to empower families and educators to better recognize strengths and needs so 2e students can thrive academically and emotionally.
Michael Postma's The Inconvenient Student explores the complexities of identifying and educating twice-exceptional children who show both high abilities and learning or developmental differences.
Drawing on his experience as an educator, administrator, and parent, Postma explains asynchronous development patterns, the social-emotional vulnerabilities of 2e learners, and practical classroom strategies.
The book is written as an accessible introduction for teachers and parents, combining developmental background with concrete accommodations and advocacy advice.
Postma emphasizes holistic development—embedding social-emotional learning alongside academics—and calls for individualized approaches and better teacher training.
The work aims to empower families and educators to better recognize strengths and needs so 2e students can thrive academically and emotionally.
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Michael Postma
TPP 86a: Dr. Mike Postma on the Plight of Gifted & 2e (Twice Exceptional) Children
