Handbook

Twice-exceptional students, those who are gifted/high potential but also have a disability or neurodiversity that affects learning, are the most overlooked concerning identification and classroom support as they are often undetected in the classroom. This course presents insights into the paradoxical ways that twice-exceptionality can present across many different and co-existing disabilities and neurodiversity. Furthermore, the current policies and practices are explored that support identification and best practice for twice- exceptional learners. With educators in mind, this course’s foci are around supporting this cohort of students in different contexts, primarily focusing on the mixed-ability classroom.

This course will introduce you to twice-exceptionality, including the global definitions and how twice-exceptional students may present in the classroom, with a focus on the Australian context. Misconceptions, beliefs, and definitions are explored alongside the opportunity to research, analyse and discuss issues around twice-exceptionality, identification and classroom practice. Finally, strategies for supporting both disability and giftedness in schools, using supportive classroom practices, will be addressed.