An Investigation of Studies on Twice Exceptionality in Türkiye

Authors : Seda Şakar, Mustafa Baloğlu

Pages : 253-271

Doi:10.21565/ozelegitimdergisi.1415769

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Publication Date : 2025-06-01

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :Introduction: Gifted individuals who have at least one type of disability are defined as twice exceptional. Studies on twice-exceptionality are limited in Türkiye. This study systematically examined the studies on twice-exceptionality in Türkiye. Method: We searched the National Dissertation Center and Journal Park of TUBITAK databases. The dissertations/theses and journal articles identified were examined within the inclusion and exclusion criteria framework. As a result, 23 studies were included in the systematic review. Findings: We analyzed the studies under four themes: Non-empirical focus, measurement tools, student-centered characteristics, and teacher-centered characteristics. Findings show that studies on twice-exceptionality are few in Türkiye. Existing studies are mainly descriptive and focus on learning disabilities. In addition, we found that teachers are frequently the participants of the studies. Discussion: Identifying and supporting giftedness and disabilities is essential for twice exceptional students’ academic and socio-emotional development. The identification and support of twice-exceptional students should be more extensively investigated in Türkiye.
Keywords : Üstün zekâ, özel yetenek, özel eğitim, alanyazın taraması, iki kere farklı

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