Conference Themes

Research in Giftedness

Research and evaluation studies pertaining to gifted education, including methods, assessments, instrumentation, literature, theoretical and applied work.

Talent Development

Research and evaluation studies that utilise talent development models to support gifted students.

Programme Design and Professional Learning

Pre-service, in-service and staff development to support gifted students, including the design and implementation of programmes. Proposals can include resources, plans and connecting research to practice for educators and coordinators.

Inclusive Pedagogy

Use of inclusive pedagogy to support gifted students and as a whole school approach.

Equity and Diversity

Research and best practice with gifted students from marginalised communities, or groups historically underrepresented in gifted education.

Social and Emotional Development

The psychological development, concerns and wellbeing of gifted students.

Twice Exceptional Students

Research and practical approaches to support students who are gifted with an additional learning need or disability.

Underachievement

Research and practice models which focus on underachievement in gifted children, including associated factors and strategies for educators.

AI and Technology

Use of technology to create optimum environments and learning opportunities for gifted learners. Proposals which focus on use of AI in the classroom are particularly welcomed.

Arts and Creativity

Use of creativity and arts focused methods to support gifted learners, encompassing, and/ or connecting educational theory, research, and practice in arts disciplines.

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