PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS EMPLOYED BY GIFTED CHILDREN AND THEIR PEERS IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN TURKEY

In this study, the author has explored whether or not the high intellectual potential of gifted children helps them cope more easily than other children do with problems, and also examined the children's own assessments of the problem-solving approaches that are thought to affect their social a...

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Published in:Social behavior and personality 2014-01, Vol.42 (Supplement), p.S53-S64
Main Author: Saygili, Gizem
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Children
Decision Making
Emotions
Interpersonal Relations
Peers
Public Schools
Skills
Turkey
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Summary:In this study, the author has explored whether or not the high intellectual potential of gifted children helps them cope more easily than other children do with problems, and also examined the children's own assessments of the problem-solving approaches that are thought to affect their social and emotional development. Results showed that, children's problem-solving skills are not dependent solely on how academically gifted they are. Therefore, even if the ability to utilize intellectual capacity differs, the development of effective problem-solving skills and consequent productive-thinking skills will contribute to individuals making better decisions during their lifetime and to developing more positive interpersonal relationships. These are issues that merit special attention and further research. Adapted from the source document.
ISSN:0301-2212