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2.8.4 An Exploration of Gifted Adolescent Motivation in Academic Learning Experiences
With a focus on learning more about the unique learning needs of gifted adolescents, this qualitative case study examined gifted adolescents’ perspectives on motivation in regard to academic learning experiences through the theoretical lens of Gagne’s Differentiated Model of Giftedness and Talent and expectancy-value theory. Through the triangulation of data collected from interviews, student work samples with reflection tags, and student response journals, three major outcomes emerged. Findings from four major themes and thirteen sub-themes provided new insights regarding how to increase academic engagement and achievement in gifted adolescents, as well as new implications to the field of education.