A Slice with 'Dice

March 12, 2020, began as an ordinary Thursday—but ended as a turning point that marked the beginning of a profound journey of resilience, adaptation, and innovation. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Al…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the fascinating world of overexcitabilities in gifted children—those heightened responses to life that make these students so unique. We'll delve int…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores groundbreaking research on homework and its impact on student achievement, particularly in mathematics and science. The study reveals that frequent, …

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice dives into the transformative power of intrinsic motivation in education, exploring how fostering a love of learning can lead to deeper engagement, creativity…

Some memes are just jokes. Others are a wake-up call. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the viral Friggin’ Packet Yo meme and what it reveals about student frustration with passive le…

Struggle isn’t a sign you’re not cut out for STEM—it’s proof that you’re on the right path. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how the way students perceive failure can shape their suc…

TikTok has found a new conspiracy theory—this time, it’s about gifted education. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the viral trend that claims GATE programs were secret government exp…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the concept of ganbatte, a Japanese philosophy of resilience and steady effort, as presented in Albert Liebermann’s book Ganbatte! The Japanese Art o…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how Jeff Bezos' "Two-Pizza Rule," a principle that transformed Amazon's approach to teamwork, can be applied to educational leadership. By keeping te…

Burritos, black beans, and biology class—who knew they’d have so much in common? ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how “Chipotlefication” is changing the way students learn and choose…

Think you control your college admissions fate? Think again. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the arbitrary factors that shape how applications are reviewed, from the timing of when …

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores why gifted students often find it difficult to ask for help, even when they’re struggling. We delve into the cultural and psychological factors that …

What if your college major could prepare you for a career as a social media influencer? ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the emergence of degrees tailored to the creator economy, sta…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice unpacks the startling statistic that 1 in 11 Harvard undergraduates come from just 21 high schools. We explore the concept of "feeder schools," their outsized…

Advanced Placement (AP) courses can open doors to college and beyond, but is universal access enough to ensure equity? ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the successes and challenges o…

Is Early Decision 2 (ED2) a strategic second chance or a panic move? ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the emotional and financial risks of binding ED2 applications, especially for st…

The summer between junior and senior year is a critical time for college-bound students to align their experiences with their future goals. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores why this …

It's a new year and the start of a new season! ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the intriguing phrase, "Speed is a number. Fast is a feeling," and unpacks its relevance to school lea…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores why educators should check out FX’s documentary series Social Studies. Directed by Lauren Greenfield, the series dives into how social media, inequal…

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice draws on the 2024 National Association for Gifted Children report, Universal Educator Preparation in Gifted Education, to explore the case for training all ed…