Abstract submissions
The conference welcomes contributions from researchers, educators, psychologists, policymakers and practitioners interested in the intersections of creativity, intelligence, giftedness and inclusive education, focusing particularly on wellbeing, inclusion, twice-exceptional learners and multiculturalism. We particularly encourage presentations, research papers, case studies and innovative practices that contribute to advancing knowledge and educational opportunities for learners with high intellectual and creative potential.
Conference themes include, but are not limited to, the following topics. Please see the examples of research topics below. We welcome submissions in other areas of creativity and giftedness as well.
Giftedness, Creative Giftedness and Wellbeing
- Wellbeing and mental health among gifted, creative and twice exceptional learners
- Social-emotional development and resilience
- Perfectionism, stress and anxiety in high-ability students
- Motivation, engagement and underachievement
- Sense of belonging and school connectedness
- Identity development in gifted and creative individuals
- Peer relationships and social inclusion
- Counselling and support programmes for gifted learners
- Family and environmental factors influencing wellbeing
Creative Intelligence, Giftedness and Inclusion
- Inclusive models of gifted education
- Differentiated teaching and curriculum adaptation
- Gifted education within mainstream classrooms
- Creative pedagogies and innovative learning environments
- Twice-exceptional learners (gifted students with special educational needs)
- Teacher training for inclusive gifted education
- Educational policy and provision for gifted learners
- Technology and artificial intelligence in supporting talent development
Creative Intelligence, Giftedness and Multi-culturality
- Identification of gifted, twice-exceptional and creative learners in multilingual and multicultural settings
- Cultural influences on creativity and intelligence
- Equity and access to gifted education programmes
- Giftedness among migrant, refugee and underrepresented populations
- Cross-cultural perspectives on talent development
- Multilingualism, creativity and cognitive development
- Teacher perceptions of giftedness across cultures
Presentation type
Submission details required
Submissions are accepted in the following languages: French, German and English
- Abstract title
- Presentation type – Oral, Poster, Workshop
- Theme – chosen from the theme list above,
- Presenting Author – Name, affiliation, and job title of presenting author (this person must be listed as the first author)
- Co-Authors – Name, affiliation, and job title of co-author(s)
- Abstract document – Abstract word limit about 250, use abstract template (word limit includes: tables/references; excludes: graphs, title, authors and affiliations)
Submission policy
Presntation Limits & Formats: we want to give as many voices as possible a chance to speak. For this reason, we limit presentations to one oral talk per author (though you are welcome to present one or more posters as well). Please note that the committee will review all submissions and reserves the right to decide whether an abstract is accepted as a presentation or a poster.
Review and Notification of Acceptance
All submitted abstracts will be evaluated through a peer-review process conducted by experts appointed by the committee.
Authors will be informed of the outcome of their submission until the 15th of March, when notifications of acceptance or rejection will be issued.