Dr. Amanda Nickerson

Dr. Amanda Nickerson, a literacy specialist with a focus on advanced readers and gifted education, shares her insights on nurturing overlooked learners within the MTSS framework. She discusses the crucial difference between gifted and advanced readers, emphasizing the need for equitable identification. Amanda stresses the importance of including enrichment in MTSS and argues against neglecting advanced learners. She also provides practical strategies for assessing, grouping, and differentiating instruction, ensuring that every advanced reader receives the support they deserve.