2ND WORLD GIFTEDNESS CENTER INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2023

16 - 19 OCT 2023
Virtual Conference
17 Speakers

Conference theme

Practice Meets Research

Latest Trends in Talent Development

The central theme of the World Giftedness Center Conference revolves around the idea of "Practice Meets Research - Latest Trends in Talent Development." This theme underscores the crucial link between putting research into action and staying at the forefront of knowledge in the sphere of fostering gifted individuals. The emphasis here is on the importance of cooperation among professionals, educators, and researchers to translate theoretical insights into effective methods that bring advantages to gifted individuals. It also brings attention to contemporary progress and innovative approaches in talent development, encompassing fresh tactics, approaches, and technologies that stem from ongoing research and real-world know-how. The conference primarily focuses on talent development, honing in on the process of recognizing, nurturing, and optimizing the potential of those with exceptional abilities across various fields. In essence, this theme establishes the foundation for a conference that brings together specialists, practitioners, and researchers to delve into and exchange the latest advancements and practical uses in the continually evolving realm of giftedness and talent development.

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Joseph Renzulli
Prof. Joseph Renzulli
Distinguished Professor at the University of Connecticut
Prof. Sally Reis
Prof. Sally Reis
Vice Provost of Academic Affairs and a Board of Trustees
Prof. Heidrun Stoeger
Prof. Heidrun Stoeger
Full Professor for Educational Sciences at the University of Regensburg
Prof. June Maker
Prof. June Maker
Professor Emerita at the University of Arizona
Prof. Abdullah M. Aljughaiman
Prof. Abdullah M. Aljughaiman
Full Professor at the Education College in King Faisal University

Speakers

Prof. Alaa Eldin A. Ayoub
Prof. Alaa Eldin A. Ayoub
Vice Dean of College of Graduate Studies at the Arabian Gulf University
Prof. Paula Olszewski-Kubilius
Prof. Paula Olszewski-Kubilius
Director of the Center for Talent Development at Northwestern University
Dr. Ahmed Abdulla Alabbasi
Dr. Ahmed Abdulla Alabbasi
Chairperson of the Department of Gifted Education at the Arabian Gulf University
Prof. Elena L Grigorenko
Prof. Elena L Grigorenko
Director of Human Genetics Lab at Moscow State University
Dr. Paul Hernandez
Dr. Paul Hernandez
Associate Professor
Prof. Megan Foley Nicpon
Prof. Megan Foley Nicpon
Chair and Director of the University of Iowa’s Belin-Blank Center
Dr. Rena Subotnik
Dr. Rena Subotnik
Research Associate at the Academic Talent Development Program
Ms. Roslyn Mahrous
Ms. Roslyn Mahrous
NSW Education Standards Authority

Webinars Speakers

Dr. Mingjing Zhu
Dr. Mingjing Zhu
Postdoctoral Researcher
Dr. Daniel Patrick Balestrini
Dr. Daniel Patrick Balestrini
Cordinator and COO
Dr. Kathrin Emmerdinger
Dr. Kathrin Emmerdinger
Lecturer in the Department of School Development
Prof. Albert Ziegler
Prof. Albert Ziegler
Chair Professor of Educational Psychology and Research on Excellence

Scientific Committee

Dr. Mariam Ali AlGhawi
Dr. Mariam Ali AlGhawi
Director of the World Giftedness Center
Prof. Heidrun Stoeger
Prof. Heidrun Stoeger
Chair of School Research, School Development, and Evaluation
Prof. Albert Ziegler
Prof. Albert Ziegler
Chair Professor of Educational Psychology and Research on Excellence
Prof. Abdullah M. Aljughaiman
Prof. Abdullah M. Aljughaiman
Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research

Conference Working Members

Ms. Hessa Ahmad AlAmri
Ms. Hessa Ahmad AlAmri
Deputy Director at the World Giftedness Center
Mrs. Amathil Mohammed Ghayath
Mrs. Amathil Mohammed Ghayath
Head of Media Committee
Mrs. Huda Taha AlHammadi
Mrs. Huda Taha AlHammadi
Giftedness Welfare Officer
Mr. Mohammed AlSuwaidi
Mr. Mohammed AlSuwaidi
Information Technology Coordinator

Conference Agenda

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