ABSTRACT

First Published in 1978. This book seeks to examine what has happened to children of marked ability in a period of confusing growth and change, inspired by good intentions. The author aims to draw attention to weaknesses of require awareness and to which remedies must be found. This title is well-suited for those in education studies, those practicing within the education system and readers looking to enhance their knowledge of the ongoing modernisation of education in Europe.

chapter Chapter I|13 pages

Social and Personal Implications

chapter Chapter II|15 pages

Ability and Equality

chapter Chapter III|12 pages

The Nature of Talent

chapter Chapter IV|19 pages

The Identification of Talent

chapter Chapter V|14 pages

What Bright Children Are Like

chapter Chapter VI|12 pages

Keynes, Wells, Kipling

chapter Chapter VII|16 pages

Able Boys and Able Girls

chapter Chapter VIII|13 pages

Adults and the Able Child

chapter Chapter IX|23 pages

In the Primary School

chapter Chapter X|23 pages

In the Secondary School

chapter Chapter XI|13 pages

What Should be Done