This research explores the manifestation of dual exceptionality, regarding self-image and the experiences students have had with classmates and teachers. The sample was comprised of four students ages 8 to 15 that exhibited ADHD with giftedness and ASD with giftedness. In-depth interviews were conducted with the students. Results showed that students who had a notion of their discrepancies were motivated towards learning, but became bored when tasks were not challenging. They also had good relationships with their teachers and peers. However, meaningful social interactions had a negative connotation for the gifted/ASD group. Implications for research and practice are discussed further.

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This research explores the manifestation of dual exceptionality, regarding self-image and the experiences students have had with classmates and teachers. The sample was comprised of four students ages 8 to 15 that exhibited ADHD with giftedness and ASD with giftedness. In-depth interviews were conducted with the students. Results showed that students who had a notion of their discrepancies were motivated towards learning, but became bored when tasks were not challenging. They also had good relationships with their teachers and peers. However, meaningful social interactions had a negative connotation for the gifted/ASD group. Implications for research and practice are discussed further.

This research investigates the beliefs that 14 members of the leadership team of four schools report about the strengths and obstacles present in these schools for addressing High Ability students. The qualitative content analysis of semi-structured interviews reveals two broad themes, beliefs and valuations and actions and practices. The results indicate openness about the subject, a restricted understanding of High Ability and administrative and technical obstacles to address High Ability students in the context of educational inclusion. A concerted and systematic effort that involves the entire school community is required in order to provide real opportunities for recognition and development for this group of students.

Esta investigación indaga las creencias que 14 integrantes del equipo directivo de cuatro establecimientos educativos reportan en relación a las fortalezas y obstáculos presentes en las escuelas para la atención de la Alta Capacidad. El análisis de contenido cualitativo de las entrevistas semiestructuradas revela dos amplias temáticas, creencias y valoraciones, y acciones y prácticas. Los resultados señalan apertura a la temática, una comprensión restringida de la Alta Capacidad y obstáculos administrativos y técnicos para su atención en el contexto de la inclusión educativa. Se requiere de un esfuerzo concertado y sistemático que involucre a toda la comunidad escolar, a fin de brindar oportunidades reales de reconocimiento y desarrollo a este estudiantado.

This research investigates the beliefs that 14 members of the leadership team of four schools report about the strengths and obstacles present in these schools for addressing High Ability students. The qualitative content analysis of semi-structured interviews reveals two broad themes, beliefs and valuations and actions and practices. The results indicate openness about the subject, a restricted understanding of High Ability and administrative and technical obstacles to address High Ability students in the context of educational inclusion. A concerted and systematic effort that involves the entire school community is required in order to provide real opportunities for recognition and development for this group of students.