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Using adaptive apps instead of teachers

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 23, 2021

For most parents (but not kids!), the most radical part of gt.school is the use of adaptive apps instead of teachers. But decades of learning science show why apps help students learn faster and more effectively.

What is Mastery Learning?

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 22, 2021

Mastery learning is concept that students must master foundational concepts before moving on to more advanced concepts. It’s not new to learning science. In fact, decades of research have proven mastery learning to have profound impacts on accelerated learning.

Motivational Models

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 21, 2021

Designing the motivational model for students of gt.school has been one of the more challenging and contentious tasks. Here's how we approached it.

Why gt.school?

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 19, 2021

We created gt.school for one simple reason - to help your child unlock their potential.

The need for better Gifted & Talented education

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 18, 2021

Gifted & Talented kids in the US are dramatically underserved today.

Meet MacKenzie Price, Head of School

Lindsey Schiller on Dec. 16, 2021