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The Guided Reader to Teaching and Learning (Hardcover): Denis Hayes The Guided Reader to Teaching and Learning (Hardcover)
Denis Hayes
R3,926 Discovery Miles 39 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Featuring extracts from some of the most influential education writers in recent times The Guided Reader to Teaching and Learning is an essential compendium providing insight, guidance and clarity about key issues affecting practitioners at every level. All extracts have been carefully chosen to represent education issues that affect every practising teacher. Each extract is accompanied by an introduction to the passage, key words and phrases and a summary of key points. In addition, there are questions to prompt discussion, suggestions about areas for possible investigation and references to other key readings to extend thinking. Uniquely, the book provides cross-referencing between extracts to facilitate a more complete understanding of how different issues overlap and how competing arguments have to be evaluated. Combining both theoretical and practical dimensions into one handy and engaging volume, The Guided Reader to Teaching and Learning includes extracts, summaries and discussions about the following: the teacher effective teachers and teaching motivating learners teaching approaches teaching younger children managing teaching and learning other adults in the school child development ways that pupils learn learning climate learning styles thinking and learning assessment and learning. The book will be of considerable interest to trainee and newly qualified teachers who are seeking to gain a higher qualification, notably at Masters degree level. More experienced teachers and teaching assistants wishing to upgrade their qualifications will also find the book an invaluable source of information and guidance.

The School Leader's Year - Month-by-Month Progress, Every Lesson, Every Day (Paperback): Michael Harpham The School Leader's Year - Month-by-Month Progress, Every Lesson, Every Day (Paperback)
Michael Harpham
R650 Discovery Miles 6 500 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* Blends the curriculum, assessment, teaching, learning and leadership together in a clear, coherent and comprehensive way, providing a justified template of structured progress for all schools to follow and adapt * Applies the needs of the curriculum, assessment, teachers, students and leaders month-by-month and offers easy-to-use strategies for each * Includes tried and tested strategies to help schools put robust sytems and processes in place alongside guidance on sustaining pace, developing resilience and exam preparation and technique * Considers the latest research evidence and how this translates to classroom practice

Debates in Second Language Education (Paperback): Ernesto Macaro, Robert Woore Debates in Second Language Education (Paperback)
Ernesto Macaro, Robert Woore
R1,025 Discovery Miles 10 250 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* A one-top-shop highlighting the key debates in the field. Sign-posts students to the most important articles in the area - makes undertaking research and writing easier. * Supports the in-depth work all student teachers are required to undertake to achieve masters level credits on PGCE courses. * Succint chapters fully supported by pedagogical features mean you can dip in and out of this book as time allows - ideal for seminar discussion work. * facilitates readers to form their own personal ideas about language education.

100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (Paperback): Roy Howarth 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (Paperback)
Roy Howarth 1
R444 R367 Discovery Miles 3 670 Save R77 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you! The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers. Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners. Research has found that any one class might contain two to six children with profound social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Without effective intervention and response, this can have a profound impact on the progress of these children, as well as the delivery of the curriculum to all pupils. Roy Howarth uses his extensive experience and expertise in this field to present practical solutions for supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, as well as alleviating pressures on whole-class teaching and management. Suitable for all mainstream and specialist teachers, 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties considers techniques for observation, intervention and differentiation, as well as preventing and dealing with significant difficulties. This fully updated edition will help teachers ensure all pupils can participate fully in lessons, learn more constructively and make better progress.

Tackling Controversial Issues in the Primary School - Facing Life's Challenges with Your Learners (Hardcover): Richard... Tackling Controversial Issues in the Primary School - Facing Life's Challenges with Your Learners (Hardcover)
Richard Woolley
R3,648 Discovery Miles 36 480 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

How do you broach family values with seven year olds? Can you help young children understand racism? Can you avoid bringing your own prejudices into the classroom?

Talking effectively about controversial issues with young children is a challenge facing every primary school teacher. Tackling Controversial Issues in the Primary School provides teachers with support and guidance as you engage with the more tricky questions and topics you and your pupils encounter.

Illuminated with case studies and examples of how teachers and children have confronted issues together, this book helps you understand your own perspectives and provides fresh approaches for the primary classroom.

It considers how best to work with parents and carers, whole-school policies for tackling issues, and ideas for circle time, setting up international links, school councils and buddying systems. The range of challenging topics covered includes:

  • family values
  • racism in mono and multi-cultural settings
  • democracy and citizenship
  • the environment and sustainability
  • consumerism, finances and media advertising
  • gender, health and identity
  • grief and loss.

For all student and practising primary teachers, Tackling Controversial Issues in the Primary School provides much needed support as you help your learners face complicated ideas, find their voice and get involved in the issues that they feel make a difference.

Adventure Stories for Reading, Learning and Literacy - Cross-Curricular Resources for the Primary School (Hardcover): Mal... Adventure Stories for Reading, Learning and Literacy - Cross-Curricular Resources for the Primary School (Hardcover)
Mal Leicester, Roger Twelvetrees
R3,757 Discovery Miles 37 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Adventure Stories for Reading, Learning and Literacy takes a unique approach to cross-curricular teaching in the primary classroom. Providing eight original adventure stories, the authors build up a suite of resources and activities for teachers to use in the classroom, providing cross curricular links in line with the PNS framework, to literacy, science, PE, design and technology, numeracy, geography and history. Though the stories will interest both girls and boys, they take special care to appeal to boys, who are known to achieve less highly than girls in reading and writing, and include themes such as:

  • cars
  • football
  • ghosts and ghouls
  • heroic deeds
  • space and aliens.

Each story is linked explicitly to moral and social values, and can be used to reinforce citizenship, PHSE and SEAL initiatives in primary schools. With photocopiable resources for each story, this book offers instant ideas which can be implemented easily in teacher's plans and in the classroom and assembly, and will appeal to all busy teachers, NQTs and teachers in training.

Pip! - Band 01a/Pink a (Paperback): Suzannah Ditchburn Pip! - Band 01a/Pink a (Paperback)
Suzannah Ditchburn; Illustrated by Estelle Corke; Contributions by Collins Big Cat
R169 Discovery Miles 1 690 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary. Find out all about looking after a pet dog in this non-fiction book. Pink A/Band 1A offers emergent readers very simple, highly predictable texts and provides direct support through illustrations. The focus sounds in this book are: /s/ /a/ /t/ /p/ /i/ /n/ /m/ /d/ Pages 14 and 15 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

Literacy in Action: Football - 24 Flexible Lessons for Ages 9-11 (Hardcover): Aulay MacKenzie Literacy in Action: Football - 24 Flexible Lessons for Ages 9-11 (Hardcover)
Aulay MacKenzie
R3,616 Discovery Miles 36 160 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Get ready for kick off and prepare to meet all of your literacy goals with Literacy in Action: Football.

All year 5 and particularly year 6 teachers know about the pressure to help children deliver levels of achievement laid down by higher authorities than themselves. Many of the reluctant writers are passionate about football. Literacy in Action: Football could be the answer to their and your prayers, offering expert, tried and trusted techniques for teaching literacy, developed within the context of the 'Beautiful Game'. For those not bitten by the football bug there are alternative options. Literacy in Action: Football is a fun and inspiring addition to your literacy teaching.

This unique classroom resource contains twenty-four lesson plans, each structured like a football match. For an hour, transform your classroom into Wembley Stadium Each detailed lesson plan includes:

  • short, kinaesthetic, focussed tasks with instant feedback and praise
  • speaking and listening exercises ? children engage in talking and collaborative work before completing a writing task
  • key points from research in to boys? writing in special notes for teachers
  • alternative tasks available for those not interested in football
  • differentiated material for a wide ability range.

Literacy in Action: Football is written by Heather Butler, a writer, literacy consultant and story writing workshop leader. Literacy in Action: Football has been tested extensively by year 5 and year 6 teachers in leafy-green, inner city, multi-cultural and rural settings with amazing results. Why not try it for yourself?

Pedagogies of Social Justice in Physical Education and Youth Sport (Hardcover): Shrehan Lynch, Jennifer L. Walton-Fisette,... Pedagogies of Social Justice in Physical Education and Youth Sport (Hardcover)
Shrehan Lynch, Jennifer L. Walton-Fisette, Carla Luguetti
R1,525 Discovery Miles 15 250 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Boxed overviews provide key messages from key thinkers in social justice education Case studies overview examples used in practice that are from each of the authors practice Sample resources are used to highlight key praxis messages Personal examples from the authors are used as we bring coaches, teachers, teacher educators, empirical researchers and theorist perspectives to the work that will bring it to life

The If Machine, 2nd edition - 30 Lesson Plans for Teaching Philosophy (Paperback, 2nd edition): Peter Worley The If Machine, 2nd edition - 30 Lesson Plans for Teaching Philosophy (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Peter Worley; Illustrated by Tamar Levi 1
R607 R506 Discovery Miles 5 060 Save R101 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Fully updated edition with five brand new sessions and bonus features. Fully updated with new developments in the theory and practice of teaching philosophy, this new edition of the bestselling book, The If Machine, presents 30 clear, ready-to-use plans to teach philosophy in the classroom with children aged five to 13. Each tried-and-tested session offers an imaginary situation, followed by a series of questions to encourage children to challenge key philosophical ideas such as values and ethics, gender and identity, and existence and beauty. With a star system indicating the level of difficulty, this practical book by Peter Worley, founder of The Philosophy Foundation, outlines Peter's philosophical enquiry method, which he has developed over 20 years of teaching. This fantastic resource also includes a new hints and tips section, as well as a troubleshooting table with guidance and links to further resources about how to deal with common problems such as unanimity. Accompanied by a companion website featuring an introduction to the philosophy that inspired the ideas, The If Machine is a must-have resource for all classrooms.

Language Knowledge for Primary Teachers (Hardcover, 4th edition): Angela Wilson, Julie Scanlon Language Knowledge for Primary Teachers (Hardcover, 4th edition)
Angela Wilson, Julie Scanlon
R3,913 Discovery Miles 39 130 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Teaching children to develop as language users is one of the most important tasks of a primary school teacher. However, many trainee teachers begin their careers with a low knowledge base. Language Knowledge for Primary Teachers is the reader friendly guide designed to address this. This book provides a clear explanation of the knowledge and understanding required by teachers to implement the objectives of the National Curriculum for English. It reveals how an explicit knowledge of language can enrich their own and their children's spoken English. It will give teachers confidence in developing children's enjoyment and comprehension of reading and writing so children can use their language skills in the real world. Updated to include references to the new curriculum, this book explores: The importance of subject knowledge in supporting children in language and literacy; Language knowledge within the context of authentic and meaningful texts, from fiction to 'Facebook'; The links between subject knowledge and real teaching situations; New areas on talk and dialogic learning; Increased emphasis on ICT and cross-curricular study. This book will appeal to all trainee and newly qualified teachers needing to achieve both the demands of subject knowledge for Qualified Teacher Status, and a firm understanding of the expectations of the National Curriculum for English.

Exploring and Celebrating the Early Childhood Practitioner - An Interrogation of Pedagogy, Professionalism and Practice... Exploring and Celebrating the Early Childhood Practitioner - An Interrogation of Pedagogy, Professionalism and Practice (Paperback)
Carla Solvason, Rebecca Webb
R906 Discovery Miles 9 060 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This exciting new book celebrates, interrogates and re-imagines the complex and demanding role of the Early Childhood Practitioner. Exploring the many different facets of the Early Childhood Practitioner's (ECP) role, it challenges normative constructions of practitioners and how they have been shaped by assumptions of history, culture and policy. Drawing on a range of theoretical presumptions and debates, the chapters champion the multidimensional power and potentiality of the ECP, arguing for greater respect and recognition for a role that supports and enables at a crucial time in a child's life. With opportunities for reflection, key topics include: The specialist pedagogical expertise of the ECP The key role that ECPs play in the child's holistic wellbeing The ECP as diplomat across many professional contexts, effectively communicating with families and professionals The creative ECP, pushing traditional, normative boundaries of practice The ECP as so much more than they are customarily perceived as being. This latest addition to the TACTYC series will be valuable reading for Early Years students - particularly on Masters level courses - as well as those working and researching in the Early Years sector.

Culture Rules - Creating Schools Where Children Want to Learn and Adults Want to Work (Paperback): Jo Facer Culture Rules - Creating Schools Where Children Want to Learn and Adults Want to Work (Paperback)
Jo Facer
R629 Discovery Miles 6 290 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* Examines the factors that can influence a school's culture and sets out how schools can create an environment where adults want to teach and students want to learn. * Considers hot topics such as teacher workload, discipline, marking and CPD and shows how these can influence a school's culture and success. * Includes real case studies to show how schools have developed a strong culture and the impact on performance.

Encyclopedia of Primary Education (Hardcover): Denis Hayes Encyclopedia of Primary Education (Hardcover)
Denis Hayes
R3,954 Discovery Miles 39 540 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Unique in its field, the Encyclopedia of Primary Education brings together a wide-ranging body of information relating to current educational practice in a single indispensable volume. This book provides a series of descriptions, definitions and explanations that engage with important practical and conceptual ideas in primary education and contains over 500 entries incorporating:

  • Curriculum subjects, themes and topics
  • Theories, policies and educational controversies
  • Pedagogical terms relating to teaching and learning
  • Commentaries on current issues in primary education
  • Influential figures in education, both past and present
  • The impact of educational research on policy and practice

Based on the author's extensive experience in primary education, entries combine an interrogation of educational concepts with the pedagogical and practical implications for classroom practice, children's learning and school management. This handy reference work will be invaluable to anyone currently teaching or training to teach at primary level, teaching assistants, school governors and parents. In fact it is essential reading for anyone with an interest and passion for primary education.

Small-Scale Research in Primary Schools - A Reader for Learning and Professional Development (Hardcover): Kimberly Safford,... Small-Scale Research in Primary Schools - A Reader for Learning and Professional Development (Hardcover)
Kimberly Safford, Mary Stacey, Roger Hancock
R3,919 Discovery Miles 39 190 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Small-scale Research in Primary Schools provides guidance and inspiration for students and practitioners undertaking practical investigations and workplace enquiry in the primary school. The 30 chapters are carefully selected to illustrate a range of approaches to educational enquiry, and are particularly relevant to the range of practitioners who may carry out school-based research as part of a course of study: teachers, trainee- and newly-qualified teachers, teaching assistants, learning mentors and staff who support children with individual needs. Research topics addressed in chapters include children's learning in the core curriculum subjects as well as themes central to teaching and learning. Important concepts and terminology are highlighted throughout. More specifically, areas of research explored include: Play Special Educational Needs Working with parents and families English as an Additional Language Creativity Language development Learning environments Small-scale Research in Primary Schools provides a straightforward, highly accessible introduction to enquiry approaches and research methodologies, and the questions and challenges adults in schools encounter about children's learning. It shows how small-scale research in primary education can impact on professional thinking and learning. It aims to provide constructive support for students and practitioners in extending their knowledge and understanding through workplace enquiry.

The Value of Drawing Instruction in the Visual Arts and Across Curricula - Historical and Philosophical Arguments for Drawing... The Value of Drawing Instruction in the Visual Arts and Across Curricula - Historical and Philosophical Arguments for Drawing in the Digital Age (Paperback)
Seymour Simmons III
R1,238 Discovery Miles 12 380 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

By applying philosophical and historical perspectives to drawing instruction, this volume demonstrates how diverse teaching methods contribute to cognitive and holistic development applicable within and beyond the visual arts. Offering a new perspective on the art and science of drawing, this text reveals the often-unrecognized benefits that drawing can have on the human mind, and thus argues for the importance of drawing instruction despite, and even due to contemporary digitalization. Given the predominance of visual information and digital media, visual thinking in and through drawing may be an essential skill for the future. As such, the book counters recent declines in drawing instruction to propose five Paradigms for teaching drawing - as design, as seeing, as experience and experiment, as expression, and as a visual language - with exemplary curricula for pre-K12 art and general education, pre-professional programs across the visual arts, and continuing education. With the aid of instructional examples, this volume dispels the misconception of drawing as a talent reserved for the artistically gifted and posits it as a teachable skill that can be learned by all. This text will be of primary interest to researchers, scholars, and doctoral students with interests in drawing theory and practice, cognition in the arts, positive psychology, creativity theory, as well as the philosophy and history of arts education. Aligning with contemporary trends such as Design Thinking, STEAM, and Graphicacy, the text will also have appeal to visual arts educators at all levels, and other educators involved in arts integration.

Creative English, Creative Curriculum - New Perspectives for Key Stage 2 (Paperback): Paul Gardner Creative English, Creative Curriculum - New Perspectives for Key Stage 2 (Paperback)
Paul Gardner
R1,028 Discovery Miles 10 280 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Combining theory with practical examples, Creative English, Creative Curriculum will stimulate students and teachers to be adventurous and creative in their teaching, while covering the mains strands of the Primary National Strategy for English: narrative, non-fiction and poetry. This book: reflects the new emphases on speaking and listening contextualises recent changes to the English curriculum, reviewing models of best practice provides practical examples and research evidence of creative approaches to the teaching of English considers the cross-curricular aspects in creating a thematic approach to teaching and learning. This book will appeal to both students and practising teachers in the primary school who either wish to implement creative approaches to their English teaching, or are undertaking extended study for a Masters Degree.

Researching Primary Education: Methods and Issues (Hardcover): Rosemary Webb Researching Primary Education: Methods and Issues (Hardcover)
Rosemary Webb
R3,900 Discovery Miles 39 000 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book increases understanding of, and provides inspiration for, the conduct of research in primary/elementary education. It discusses and evaluates the selection and development of research methods used for their own innovatory projects. They explore the relationship between their choice of research methods, the frameworks for analysis used and research findings. In so doing they address the topical and controversial issues posed by these methods and alternative data-gathering techniques. These include:

  • the case for the use of random-controlled trials to inform policy-making and improve classroom practice
  • the role of mixed methods to investigate the social aspects of inclusion
  • children as researchers researching their peers
  • the relationship between research and teacher development
  • an analysis of the portrayal of teachers and education in the regional and national news
  • the contribution of qualitative research in cross-national projects.

In research on teaching and learning in primary schools, accessing the views and experiences of children is crucial. Consequently, the possibilities and limitations of data collection techniques for collecting the views of children are central and concerns about validity and ethics posed by the power relationships between researchers and research participants are examined.

This book was based on a special issue of Educational 3-13 International Journal of Primary, Elementary and Early Years Education.

The Legend Of The Indian Paintbrush (Paperback): Tomie dePaola The Legend Of The Indian Paintbrush (Paperback)
Tomie dePaola
R214 R178 Discovery Miles 1 780 Save R36 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In spring, the hills and meadows of Texas and Wyoming are ablaze with the reds, oranges, and yellows of the Indian Paintbrush. How this striking plant received its name is told in an old Indian legend.

Many years ago, when the People traveled the Plains, a young Indian boy had a Dream-Vision in which it was revealed that one day he would create a painting that was as pure as the colors of the evening sky at sunset. The boy grew up to become the painter of the tribe, but although he found a pure white buckskin for a canvas and made paints from the brightest flowers and the reddest berries, he could not capture the sunset.

How the young Indian artist finally fulfills his Dream-Vision is lovingly told and illustrated by Tomie dePaola, in words and pictures that capture the spirit and beauty of this dramatic legend.

100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Autism (Paperback): Francine Brower 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Autism (Paperback)
Francine Brower
R444 R367 Discovery Miles 3 670 Save R77 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you! The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers. Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners. 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Supporting Pupils with Autism is an essential resource filled with tried-and-tested ideas to best support the learning and development of pupils on the autism spectrum, in both mainstream and special schools. The reported incidence of autism has risen dramatically in recent decades and the agenda for 'inclusion' has necessitated a greater understanding of autism in primary schools. However, already stretched school budgets mean that staff are often unable to access courses for further training in this area. Francine Brower uses her extensive experience and expertise to present 100 practical ideas to enhance learning and development by focusing on the needs of the individual pupil. This dip-in-and-out book offers ways to enable teachers to better understand autism and how they can create a more supportive learning environment. There are also strategies to help children develop their communication and social skills, and become more confident and independent as individuals.

A Place for Wonder - Reading and Writing Nonfiction in the Primary Grades (Paperback, New): Georgia Heard, Jennifer McDonough A Place for Wonder - Reading and Writing Nonfiction in the Primary Grades (Paperback, New)
Georgia Heard, Jennifer McDonough
R825 Discovery Miles 8 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In A Place for Wonder, Georgia Heard and Jennifer McDonough discuss how to create "a landscape of wonder," a primary classroom where curiosity, creativity, and exploration are encouraged. For it is these characteristics, the authors write, that develop intelligent, inquiring, life-long learners. The authors' research shows that many primary grade state standards encourage teaching for understanding, critical thinking, creativity, and question asking, and promote the development of children who have the attributes of inventiveness, curiosity, engagement, imagination, and creativity. With these goals in mind, Georgia and Jennifer provide teachers with numerous, practical ways-setting up "wonder centers," gathering data though senses, teaching nonfiction craft-they can create a classroom environment where students' questions and observations are part of daily work. They also present a step-by-step guide to planning a nonfiction reading and writing unit of study-creating a nonfiction book, which includes creating a table of contents, writing focused chapters, using "wow" words, and developing point of view. A Place for Wonder will help teachers reclaim their classrooms as a place where true learning is the norm.

Encyclopedia of Primary Education (Paperback): Denis Hayes Encyclopedia of Primary Education (Paperback)
Denis Hayes
R1,508 Discovery Miles 15 080 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Unique in its field, the Encyclopedia of Primary Education brings together a wide-ranging body of information relating to current educational practice in a single indispensable volume. This book provides a series of descriptions, definitions and explanations that engage with important practical and conceptual ideas in primary education and contains over 500 entries incorporating:

  • Curriculum subjects, themes and topics
  • Theories, policies and educational controversies
  • Pedagogical terms relating to teaching and learning
  • Commentaries on current issues in primary education
  • Influential figures in education, both past and present
  • The impact of educational research on policy and practice

Based on the author s extensive experience in primary education, entries combine an interrogation of educational concepts with the pedagogical and practical implications for classroom practice, children s learning and school management. This handy reference work will be invaluable to anyone currently teaching or training to teach at primary level, teaching assistants, school governors and parents. In fact it is essential reading for anyone with an interest and passion for primary education.

Creative Learning in the Primary School (Hardcover): Bob Jeffrey, Peter Woods Creative Learning in the Primary School (Hardcover)
Bob Jeffrey, Peter Woods
R3,913 Discovery Miles 39 130 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Creative Learning in the Primary School uses ethnographic research to consider the main features of creative teaching and learning within the context of contemporary policy reforms. In particular, the authors are interested in the clash between two oppositional discourses - creativity and performativity - and how they are resolved in creative teacher practice. The book complements previous work by these authors on creative teaching by giving more consideration to creative learning.

The first section of the book explores the nature of creative teaching and learning by examining four key features: relevance, control, ownership and innovation. The authors devote a chapter to each of these aspects, outlining their properties and illustrating them with a wide range of examples, mainly from recent practice in primary schools.

The second section presents some instructive examples of schools promoting creative learning, and how creative primary schools have responded to the policy reforms of recent years. The chapters focus specifically on:

how pupils act as a powerful resource for creative learning for each other and for their teachers;

how teachers have appropriated the reforms to enhance their creativity;

and how one school has moved over a period of ten years from heavy constraint to high creativity.

The blend of analysis, case-study material and implications for practice will make this book attractive to primary teachers, school managers, policy makers, teacher educators and researchers.

The Theory and Practice of Voice in Early Childhood - An International Exploration (Paperback): Lorna Arnott, Kate Wall The Theory and Practice of Voice in Early Childhood - An International Exploration (Paperback)
Lorna Arnott, Kate Wall
R819 Discovery Miles 8 190 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Seeing young children as competent and capable social actors, The Theory and Practice of Voice in Early Childhood looks at how we can better understand young children's perspectives. Drawing on the 'Look Who's Talking' project, it focuses on the eight talking point posters: voice, democracy, culture, listen with purpose, space and place, skills and tools, enable and build capacity to help readers critically reflect on what voice means to them and for the children with whom they work. Combining the work of scholars and academics with front line workers and practitioners, each section groups two of the posters and provides an overview of the key theory followed by international case studies to illustrate how this thinking might be translated into practice. The book looks at all aspects of children's voice and how to ensure that all children, including those traditionally viewed as too young, with special needs or too disengaged, have a voice. Including reflections and suggesting points for exploration and dialogue between practitioners, families and children, this will be valuable reading for those who wish to make the ideological principles of children's voice a practical reality.

10 Steps to Develop Great Learners - Visible Learning for Parents (Paperback): John Hattie, Kyle Hattie 10 Steps to Develop Great Learners - Visible Learning for Parents (Paperback)
John Hattie, Kyle Hattie
R570 Discovery Miles 5 700 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

John Hattie, one of the most respected and renowned Education researchers in the world provides a simple 10 step plan for parents to nurture and develop their children's learning. Draws on his globally famous Visible Learning research Applicable for children of all ages Includes advice on choosing the right school, communicating effectively with teachers and being the 'first learner' for your child 10 simple steps can be followed by any parent or carer to support learning and maximise the potential of their children

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