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Peer reviewedAstin, Alexander W. – American Journal of Education, 1990
Advocates an alternative conception of excellence in higher education, one based on how well an institution can develop its students' talents, not on the quality of the entering class's grades and test scores. Such an outlook would increase minority enrollment. (DM)
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, College Admission, Educational Assessment, Educational Testing
World Class Arena: Providing an International Perspective on Assessing Gifted and Talented Students.
Waldren, Jon – Gifted Education International, 2003
This article discusses the development of World Class Tests in England that enable gifted students to celebrate their achievement within an international context and to enter the World Class Arena. The Arena is being constructed as an international forum where educators and teachers can communicate on research and best practice. (CR)
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Educational Improvement, Educational Resources, Elementary Secondary Education
