TY - BOOK AU - Stephen,Martin AU - Warwick,Ian TI - Educating the more able student: what works and why SN - 1473907950 AV - LC 3993 .S73 2015 PY - 2015/// CY - London PB - SAGE KW - Gifted children KW - Education N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 208-215) and index N2 - "An unprecedented collaboration between leading names from the independent and state sectors, this thought-provoking book addresses the current crisis in education for the most able. Grounded in the classroom, the authors draw on their own first-hand experiences and international research to scrutinise techniques and practices from leading countries, exploring the more divisive issues that have damaged teaching worldwide. Demonstrating what works well in teaching the most able, and also what does not work, the book offers a radical solution, a stimulus to thought and a way forward for teachers, academics and all those with responsibility for ensuring high standards in education, including governments and members of regulatory authorities."--Back cover ER -