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Night of the Notables Program™

Frequently Asked Questions

"Ludwig van Beethoven"

1. Is this program suitable for all students?

Yes. Long experience shows that whole cohorts at the junior secondary level rise to its challenge very well indeed, and individuals in them according to their various talents. With a little scaffolding for the disorganised students, they can also take part with pride on the Night. It is a wonderful tool for identification of hidden gifted where paper and pencil tests can fail.

2. Does it cost a lot to run this program?

No. After the initial purchase and normal photocopying, the hire of free-standing display boards may be necessary in your venue for individual Notables' stands.

"Nelson Mandela"

3. How can parents be involved?

Parents love to take part by approving the choice of a Notable, in monitoring the research their student does, in sharing in the preparations for the Night and by attending in person on the Night. It usually becomes a whole family involvement like no other school program where the students' brothers and sisters attend to support their sibling.

4. How much work is involved for the teacher?

Autonomous learning means the teacher coaches and supports learning; the Workbook supplies the plan and many resources. The teacher is here a motivator, enthusiast and supporter. As an autonomous learner program, Night of the Notables is designed to allow the student to excel according to his or her own abilities. Once held, a standard is then in place for subsequent years. The teacher can build on her accumulated experience. Administration and clerical staff could be needed to prepare the Guest's Programme.

5. Can it be hitched onto another school event?

It is best not to attach the Night to any other calendar event. Let the Night stand alone to feature the students and their achievements. Avoid microphones and public speakers at all costs. See "Tips and Hints for running a Night of the Notables" in the purchasable package.

6. Suitable in a church sponsored school?

"John Monash"

"Karl Benz"

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"Mick Doohan"

"Mick Doohan"

© G. Smith 2000

Night of the Notables features suitable role models for gifted and talented children. "The community is a valuable source of adult role models, mentors and moral exemplars, and individuals who pursue their lives and work with passion who can guide the young gifted person to the development of his or her own passions (deep interests)" (L. Silverman, 1993).

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"Ludwig van Beethoven"	1. Is this program suitable for all students? Yes. Long experience shows that whole cohorts at the junior secondary level rise to its challenge very well indeed, and individuals in them according to their various talents. With a little scaffolding for the disorganised students, they can also take part with pride on the Night. It is a wonderful tool for identification of hidden gifted where paper and pencil tests can fail. 2. Does it cost a lot to run this program? No. After the initial purchase and normal photocopying, the hire of free-standing display boards may be necessary in your venue for individual Notables' stands.
"Nelson Mandela"	3. How can parents be involved? Parents love to take part by approving the choice of a Notable, in monitoring the research their student does, in sharing in the preparations for the Night and by attending in person on the Night. It usually becomes a whole family involvement like no other school program where the students' brothers and sisters attend to support their sibling. 4. How much work is involved for the teacher? Autonomous learning means the teacher coaches and supports learning; the Workbook supplies the plan and many resources. The teacher is here a motivator, enthusiast and supporter. As an autonomous learner program, Night of the Notables is designed to allow the student to excel according to his or her own abilities. Once held, a standard is then in place for subsequent years. The teacher can build on her accumulated experience. Administration and clerical staff could be needed to prepare the Guest's Programme.
	5. Can it be hitched onto another school event? It is best not to attach the Night to any other calendar event. Let the Night stand alone to feature the students and their achievements. Avoid microphones and public speakers at all costs. See "Tips and Hints for running a Night of the Notables" in the purchasable package. 6. Suitable in a church sponsored school?
"John Monash"	"Karl Benz"
	"Mick Doohan"