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In this study, gifted children currently attending separate full-time gifted classes were interviewed along with adults who had attended such classes in the past. The interviewees, who ranged in age from 10 to 86, were encouraged to raise topics of their own choosing and speak at length. Several strong common themes emerged, with the child data paralleling the adult data strikingly. This presentation focuses on the gifted identity, human worth, and self-esteem, exploring the inter-relationships between them as they affect school life, home life, and later life. Some surprising outcomes from being identified as gifted are revealed in the words of the subjects, as well as their suggestions for improvements in gifted education.
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rosemarykeighley@internode.on.net
rosemarykeighley.com
Australia
Educational Qualifications: BA (Hons 1st Class) Education, Diploma in Education, PhD (Education) University of Sydney, Australia.
After graduation I worked in policy formulation and management in the public sector for several years.
My doctoral studies in gifted education policy included interviewing gifted children and adults to incorporate their voice. Subjects were encouraged to raise topics and speak at length.
I have written a book for parents and teachers which focuses on common themes which emerged.
My focus with families and schools, individually and through tailored courses, is to formulate appropriate educational strategies to discover and fulfil gifted children's passions.