Best practices in gifted education: an evidence based guide

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By Professor Ann Robinson, Professor Bruce M. Shore and Dr Donna Enersen
Publisher Prufrock Press
Published 2006

Synopsis

This book provides concise, research-based advice to educators, administrators, and parents of gifted and talented pupils. It outlines over 20 practices based on extensive examination of educational research about what works to best support talented pupils.

The authors covers how teachers can identify and develop a gifted pupil’s talents; how to use parents appropriately in the classroom; modelling social skills to help successfully manage peer relationships; differentiation of the curriculum to challenge gifted pupils; early entry, and acceleration; career education; developing productive mentorship programmes, as well as providing additional opportunities inside and outside school.

Methodology

Discussion of existing research.

CPD Opportunities

This book outlines research into support for gifted and talented pupils, and may be useful for to professionals with responsibilities in this areas. 

Associated Co-Authors

Professor Ann Robinson
Professor Bruce M. Shore
Dr Donna Enersen

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Best practices in gifted education: an evidence based guide
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Country of Origin USA
Author Biographies
Professor Ann Robinson Professor Bruce M. Shore Dr Donna Enersen
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Education Update Online
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