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Special Abilities Scales: Specimen Set: Observational Assessment for Identifying Able and High-potential Pupils
Special Abilities Scales Specimen Set Observational Assessment for Identifying Able and High-potential Pupils Author:Valsa Koshy, Ron Casey Many school inspection reports express concerns about provision for able children, but it can be difficult for schools to identify "gifted and talented" pupils - especially those who, for a variety of reasons, may be performing well below their potential. The "Special Ability Scales" offer a validated procedure for identifying high-ability pupil... more »s in both primary and secondary schools. The scales provide a structured basis for observational assessment which has been shown to correlate highly with exceptional performance, actual and potential. The scales are also designed to give a profile of learning, social leadership, creative thinking, self-determination and motivation characteristics. This set comprises one copy of the scales, and one teacher's handbook.« less