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Türkiye Üstün Zekalı ve Dahi Çocuklar Eğitim Vakfı Dergisi 2025, Clt. 2(1) 1-12
Characterization of Twice-Exceptionality in a TV Series: Exceptional (Dönence)
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Yayın Tarihi: Haziran 30, 2025 | Görüntüleme Sayısı: 0/0 | İndirilme Sayısı: 0/0
Özet
This study aimed to explore the representation of twice-exceptional individual (2e), who demonstrate both giftedness and autism spectrum disorder, in a TV series called Dönence (Exceptional). The series Dönence, which was broadcasted in Israel (as Exceptional) and adapted into Turkish in 14 episodes. Studying this diverse and under-investigated population is crucial for gaining insight into their distinct characteristics and multifaceted needs across different domains. 14 episodes featuring 2e individual were analyzed in depth. The analysis yielded 24 codes that were grouped into four themes, each with two subcategories reflecting strengths or weaknesses of 2e individual. In the codes corresponding to the superior character domains, cognitive strengths are more prevalent compared to behavioral weaknesses. Regarding personality traits, strengths are highlighted more prominently than weaknesses, with socio-emotional strengths and weaknesses showing similar frequencies. The series also highlighted the educational and familial issues that 2e individual encountered. The study's findings highlight the importance of creating a supportive social environment, encouraging 2e students to express their emotions, offering adult guidance, and fostering a family atmosphere that nurtures their talents to help them navigate the challenges they face.
Anaktar kelimeler: twice-exceptionality, giftedness, autism spectrum disorder, TV series
APA 7th edition
Tapar, M., Yigit, U., Arslan, F.U., Efe, S., Yilmaz, Y., & Gul, M.D. (2025). Characterization of Twice-Exceptionality in a TV Series: Exceptional (Dönence). Türkiye Üstün Zekalı ve Dahi Çocuklar Eğitim Vakfı Dergisi, 2(1), 1-12.
Harvard
Tapar, M., Yigit, U., Arslan, F., Efe, S., Yilmaz, Y. and Gul, M. (2025). Characterization of Twice-Exceptionality in a TV Series: Exceptional (Dönence). Türkiye Üstün Zekalı ve Dahi Çocuklar Eğitim Vakfı Dergisi, 2(1), pp. 1-12.
Chicago 16th edition
Tapar, Murat, Umut Yigit, Furkan Ulas Arslan, Suleyman Efe, Yunus Yilmaz and Muhammet Davut Gul (2025). "Characterization of Twice-Exceptionality in a TV Series: Exceptional (Dönence)". Türkiye Üstün Zekalı ve Dahi Çocuklar Eğitim Vakfı Dergisi 2 (1):1-12.
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