These conference proceedings consider the unique needs of gifted and talented individuals, focusing on state-of-the-art knowledge regarding school reform initiatives, cooperative learning, creative achievement, social-emotional development, differentiated curriculum, charter schools, and parenting issues. Summaries are provided of the following…

A framework for global educational improvement adopted by the World Conference on Education for All is presented in this document. Included are examples of how the "expanded vision" of basic education have been applied in practice. Five chapters summarize worldwide educational needs and strategies to meet them. "Global Challenges…