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Inclusion of Gifted Adults' Voices in Research: A Focus Group Study

This study aims to amplify the perspectives of gifted adults in scholarly conversations on adult giftedness. The research project investigates the current state of knowledge, identifies gaps for further exploration, and proposes directions for future research in the next five years. Through configurative literature reviews, Delphi studies, and focus groups across multiple countries, the thematic analysis highlights the importance of valuing the lived experiences of gifted adults. By expanding the narrative, embracing qualitative methods, and creating space for diverse voices in academic discourse, the study advocates for a more holistic approach to understanding giftedness.

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Inclusion of Gifted Adults' Voices in Research: A Focus Group Study

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  1. The Voices of Gifted Adults: A Focus Group Study Maggie Brown www.focusgroupsgifted.auckland.ac.nz We are not that!

  2. PURPOSE to add the voices of gifted adults to key conversations emerging within the study of adult giftedness The study is part of a larger research project including: www.delphistudy.auckland.ac.nz

  3. ? • What is the current state of research & knowledge about gifted adults? • What is needed to develop researchthat increases our understanding? • How should research efforts be directed in the next 5 years?

  4. Configurative Lit Review What the published literature says Delphi Study What the experts say Focus Groups What gifted adults say

  5. Lit Review Focus Groups No Voice! Delphi Study

  6. Canada, USA, Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand & South Korea.

  7. ThematicANALYSIS • Not tied to theory • Grounded • Emergent Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitative Research in Psychology, 3(2), 77-101.

  8. We are not that! • Trapped within the usual narrative • Othering: out of place and somehow ‘wrong’ • Values are being imposed

  9. ? • What is the current state of research & knowledge about gifted adults? • What is needed to develop researchthat increases our understanding? • How should research efforts be directed in the next 5 years?

  10. However it happens, research needs to respond to real needs and issues • Broaden the narrative to include what is important to gifted adults • Value the lived experiences – listen to those stories! • Create space in research programs and academic journals for qualitative methods TO PARAPHRASE REYNOLDS AND PIIRTO, 2005: “Let’s bring the soul back into our narratives”

  11. The Voices of Gifted Adults: A Focus Group Study Maggie Brown maggie.brown@auckland.ac.nz www.focusgroupsgifted.auckland.ac.nz www.maggiebrown.co We are not that!

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