Quality Policy Analysis: Legislation and Guidelines for Learners With Exceptional Abilities and Talents in Colombia

• In Event: Giftedness, Creativity, and Talent Development Roundtable 1

Abstract

Prior to 1991, there were no gifted education policies in Colombia. The constitutional change of 1991 affected the existing educational legislation. New policies have been created and passed into law to regulate the education of gifted individuals. Through a systematic content analysis of legislation and complementary documents, the researchers present a multifocal analysis of the background, formulation, quality, and implementation of policies. Results reveal Colombia has produced high-quality policies influenced by research-based evidence in the field of gifted education. The policies include a broad and inclusive definition of giftedness, consider multiple criteria identification processes, and propose adequate services for diverse populations. However, the policy implementation has not been effective due to a disconnect with government educational and development agendas.

Authors

• Fabio Andres Parra Martinez, Purdue University

• Nielsen Pereira, Purdue University