[en] We present a working theory of person-related predictors of talent development in natural science during elementary school. The working theory resulted from the juxtaposition of scientific findings and teachers' expertise. The results showed that both teachers and researchers conceive of talent development in natural science as a complex process including abilities, personality traits, and skills as predictors. However, teachers focused mainly on skills whereas the scientific literature emphasized cognitive abilities. The working theory can be used for the identification and promotion of natural science talent and the development of teachers' diagnostic skills to assess students’ potential in natural science.
Disciplines :
Education & enseignement
Auteur, co-auteur :
Mack, Elena
Breit, Moritz
KRISCHLER, Mireille ; University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) > Department of Social Sciences (DSOC)
Gnas, Jessica
Preckel, Franzis
Co-auteurs externes :
yes
Langue du document :
Anglais
Titre :
Talent development in natural science in elementary school: A juxtaposition of research and practice
