G is for genes : the impact of genetics on education and achievement /

• Main Authors: Asbury, Kathryn (Author), Plomin, Robert, 1948- (Author)
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Chichester, West Sussex : Wiley Blackwell, 2014.
• Edition: First edition.
• Series: Understanding children's worlds ; 13.
• Subjects: Learning ability > Genetic aspects.; Academic achievement.; Behavior genetics.; PSYCHOLOGY > Education & Training.; EDUCATION > Essays.; EDUCATION > Organizations & Institutions.; EDUCATION > Reference.; Electronic books.

"G is for Genes shows how a dialogue between geneticists and educationalists can have beneficial results for the education of all children--and can also benefit schools, teachers, and society at large.-Draws on behavioral genetic research from around the world, including the UK-based Twins'...