This qualitative case study addressed the problem that there is a lack of best practices guidelines for post-secondary education institutions to provide a holistic education for students who experience trauma. Traditional education fails students by neglecting holistic education and connectedness. Traumatic life experiences have created gaps…

In this article, the authors emphasize that good sleep health is essential if gifted children are to gain the greatest benefit from opportunities to grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually while maintaining good psychological and physical health. The outstanding abilities that characterize these children and enable high levels of…

The landscape of music education in the UK is constantly shifting and developing. This book provides a timely and unique overview of this restless sector by considering the achievements of music education, analysing its current performance and setting out aspirations for the future. "Music Education in the 21st Century in the United…

Discusses the benefits of students participating in art classes, focusing on the development of students. Explains that art education: (1) fosters a joy of learning; (2) supports intellectual, emotional, and social growth; (3) prepares leaders of the future; and (4) inspires students. (SM)

Studies in the role of play in child development are classified in terms of their major correlates or dependent variables: (1) creativity, (2) problem solving, (3) language development, (4) logical skills, and (5) social knowledge. Study designs are critically examined, and internal and external validity problems are noted. (Author/PN)