Rethinking gifted education in Jordan: An analysis of the role of educational and learning capitals

Abstract

The focus of this theoretical article is to critically analyze and expound upon the impact of educational and learning capitals on the education of gifted students in Jordan. The article begins by offering a comprehensive examination of the educational system in Jordan, and providing an overview of the present state of gifted education within the country, including the refugee challenges it faces and the expenditures made by both public and private educational institutions. This is followed by a detailed discourse on the ten educational and learning capitals in the context of gifted education in Jordan, utilizing relevant evidence-based literature as a basis. The article concludes by offering insights into the cost of gifted education, the definition and recognition of gifted individuals, teacher training, and the efficient utilization of educational resources for gifted students. © 2023 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.