Able Children

Synopsis
Video-based pack for teacher education offering practical advice and examples of how to extend the curriculum for able children, a sometimes neglected group which comprises about 25% of the school population. Areas covered include recognition, identification by experts and teachers, the advantage of having able children in the classroom, problems of not recognising the able child, school policy, IT as an extension tool, and examples of good classroom practice. Includes interviews with a senior psychologist, a special needs advisor, and primary teachers at various levels.
Language
English
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 23 min.
Year of production
1992
Availability
Out of Distribution; 1997 sale: £35.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Documentation
Accompanying teacher’s handbook and worksheets.
Uses
INSET and initial teacher training.
Keywords
gifted children; nursery education; primary education; teacher training

Credits

Director
Gavin Nettleton
Writer
Norah Granger; Susan Yearley

Production Company

Name

Brighton Polytechnic Media Services

Distributor

Name

University of Brighton Media Services

Notes
NB. This distributor is no longer active

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