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Peer reviewedProctor, Theron B.; And Others – Roeper Review, 1988
This article analyzes why schools fail to provide for early admission of intellectually advanced children. Reasons cited include misinterpretation of research findings, bias of school personnel, expense of screening, convenience of administering a uniform entrance age procedure, etc. Benefits accruing from early admission are discussed. (JDD)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Acceleration (Education), Admission Criteria, Early Admission
Direct linkGoldberger, Nancy – New Directions for Higher Education, 1980
The academic and emotional needs of students who enter college early are discussed, based on studies done of students at Simon's Rock College. The concept of early college admission is defended on the grounds that some students are emotionally and academically ready for college after only two years of high school. (JSR)
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Acceleration, Admission Criteria, College Admission
