HORIZONS OF GIFTEDNESS: THE BULK MILESTONE AND THE EVOLUTION OF HIGH ABILITIES

Abstract

This research explored the assessment and diagnosis of bulk giftedness, an innovative concept that integrates academic, creative-productive, metaphysical-spiritual, sexual, and integrative dimensions. Contextualized in a global scenario of growing demand for inclusive approaches to high abilities, the central problem was the absence of validated instruments to measure this complexity in the Brazilian educational context. The main objective was to develop and validate a multidimensional instrument capable of assessing all dimensions of bulk giftedness in an integrated manner. The research adopted the Giftedean neoperspectivist paradigm, based on theories such as Renzulli's Triad, Gardner's Multiple Intelligences, Guilford's Divergent Creativity, Cloninger's Transcendence and Bar-On's Emotional Intelligence. The hypothetical-deductive method was used to test specific hypotheses, and a Bibliographic and Documentary Narrative Review was conducted, analyzing 57 studies selected from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science and PubMed. The main findings include the validation of an instrument with high reliability and validity indexes, in addition to the identification of specific patterns in the dimensions studied. However, gaps such as the absence of longitudinal studies and the need for greater sample diversity were highlighted. Methodological and contextual limitations were also recognized. The research brought significant theoretical, methodological and empirical contributions, promoting inclusion, scientific advancement and educational innovation. It has added value by broadening the understanding of high abilities and providing tools for their identification and development in different contexts.