Dr. Claire E. Hughes

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Professor of Gifted and Special Education | Expert in Twice-Exceptional Learners | International Speaker on AI in Education

Welcome! I’m a professor at Cleveland State University specializing in gifted education, twice-exceptional learners, and the use of AI in inclusive education. My work combines research, teaching, and leadership to create innovative learning environments for students with exceptional abilities and diverse needs

Current Projects and Scholarship

Expertise

  • Twice-Exceptional Education
  • AI in Inclusive Education
  • Teacher Preparation & Professional Development
  • International Educational Collaboration
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Upcoming Events

Presenting at:

  • Stanford Neurodiversity Summit
  • Netherlands- Talentissmo Conference
  • CEC-TAG Twice-Exceptional Conference- Miami, FL
  • Wallace Research Symposium
  • National Association for Gifted Children
  • Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children
  • Ohio Association for Gifted Children
  • Texas Association for Gifted and Talented
  • Illinois Association for Gifted Council Keynote
  • 2Teach Global Speaker with Monrovia Schools and Perkins County Schools

Let’s Connect!

I’m always open to collaboration, speaking invitations, and sharing research!

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