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EBOOK: Developing Multiprofessional Teamwork for Integrated Children's Services: Research, Policy, Practice (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Education OUP)
by Nick Frost Mark RobinsonThere is continuing emphasis on delivering services for children through 'joined up' thinking and integrated working. This fully updated new edition is an important practical resource for all professionals charged with planning, implementing and evaluating multi-professional teamwork and practice in children's services. The book investigates the reality for professionals behind the rhetoric of 'joined up' thinking and explores the perspectives of professionals about the impact of multi-agency teamwork on their professional knowledge and their ways of working. In addition it identifies dilemmas and challenges and presents exemplars of good practice. It skillfully combines theoretical perspectives, research evidence from the 'real world' of children's services and reflections on policy and practice in inter-agency services in England. Retaining its popular approach and reflecting the numerous changes to policy, practice and research the book: Exemplifies what multi-professional work looks like in practice Examines real dilemmas faced by professionals trying to make it work, and shows how these dilemmas can be resolved Considers lessons to be learnt, implications for practice and recommendations for making multi-professional practice effectiveAs well as supportive guidance, useful theoretical frameworks and helpful evidence-based insights into practice, this new edition has been expanded to include a whole new section covering emerging themes in working together such as 'sexploitation' and children's 'front door' approaches to integrated working.Written by a multi-disciplinary writing team and without the use of unnecessary jargon, this book is a key resource for students on courses studying early childhood and families, as well as social workers, teachers, family support workers, health workers, and managers of a range of children and youth services.
EBOOK: Diversity and Difference in Childhood: Issues for Theory and Practice
by Kerry Robinson Criss Jones-DiazEducators and community-based professionals are often required to work with children and families from a range of diverse backgrounds. The second edition of this popular book goes beyond simplistic definitions of diversity, encouraging a much broader understanding and helping childhood educators and community-based professionals develop a critical disposition towards assumptions about children and childhood in relation to diversity, difference and social justice. As well as drawing on research, the book gives an overview of relevant contemporary social theories, including poststructuralism, cultural studies, critical theory, postcolonialism, critical ‘race’ theory, feminist perspectives and queer theory. It interrogates practice and explores opportunities and strategies for creating a more equitable environment, whilst covering key issues impacting on children’s lives, including: globalization, neoliberalism, new racisms, immigration, Indigeneity, refugees, homophobia, heterosexism and constructions of childhood. Each chapter provides an overview of the area of discussion, a focus on the implications for practice, and recommended readings.Providing insight into how social justice practices in childhood education and community-based service delivery can make a real difference in the lives of children, their families and communities, this is key reading for early childhood and primary educators, community-based professionals, university students and researchers.“This thoughtful, topical book addresses a considerable range of diversity issues relevant to teacher educators, their students, and other professionals who work with children and their families within and beyond Australia. Indigenous issues including language maintenance and revival have particular relevance within postcolonial nation states. Other issues of international relevance include: identities and retention of community languages, gender equity, childhood and sexuality, poverty and inequalities, and related policies. The writing is critical, scholarly, and engaging. This timely second edition draws on the authors’ longstanding teacher education experiences, and their most recent research, to revisit the challenges of diversity and difference in children’s lives”. Dr Valerie N. Podmore, former associate professor, Faculty of Education and Social Work, the University of Auckland, New Zealand“The second edition of Robinson and Jones Díaz’s Diversity and Difference in Childhood is a thoroughly welcome addition to my list of key texts for students of early childhood and childhood studies. It provides a means from the outset for educating undergraduate students from within critical postmodern and post structural perspectives – thus orienting their views of and actions within their future professions towards critical and equitable practices that value difference rather than treat is as a problem to be solved. Furthermore, for practitioners who find themselves questioning modernist constructions of children, development, difference, diversity and their work, the book provides a thorough grounding in frameworks and tools that will help them re-theorise what they are doing whilst simultaneously supporting them towards positive change.” Alexandra C. Gunn, Associate Dean (Teacher Education), University of Otago College of Education, New Zealand“This is the 21st century early childhood education text. Diversity and Difference in Childhood provides early childhood educators and scholars a powerful space for asking social justice questions in a profoundly innovative way. Diversity and difference in childhood is not a 'traditional' early childhood conversation. As the authors appropriately suggest, this book is for educators to challenge taken for granted knowledges/practices and to take “personal and profess
EBOOK: Doing Your Child Observation Case Study: A Step-by-Step Guide (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Cath ArnoldMany early years students and practitioners can struggle with how to observe children, knowing what makes good observations, as well as how to use them and why they matter so much. This is a very practical 'how to' book on observing young children and preparing a child case study, with helpful guidance on how to go about this, including where and how to begin and proceed; appropriate techniques and related processes as well as possible pitfalls. In addition the book includes examples of good observations which show how your observation can be evaluated, analysed and used.The book covers the whole process of embarking on the study or observation of a child (or children) including sensitive areas or areas to avoid. It begins with choosing a child to study; the ethics of the study; ways of gathering data and tools to use; observations that are useful; examples of short child case studies and longer child case studies; how to select material to include; and, analysing or interpreting the material. One child (Georgia) is used as a focus example throughout the book so that you can really get to grips with how a good child observation study unfolds and develops. Further shorter examples also illuminate the challenges and practicalities of doing your child observation case study.
EBOOK: Effective SENCO: Meeting the Challenge
by Janice WearmouthIf you want to know how to carry out your duties as a SENCO effectively, then this is the book for you! This straightforward and practical guide will give you confidence in the development and improvement of SEND provision in your school, so that you can survive, thrive and flourish in your role. Throughout the book you will find a number of helpful features, tools and resources, either for your own use or for use in professional development with other staff, including:• reflective activities to help you evaluate SEND policy and practice in your school• activities for discussion with other staff members in your school or college• checklists of effective inclusion practices as tools for ‘learning walks’ or staff professional development• audit tools to help you assess the quality of your school’s SEND provision • examples of completed policy documents• observation tools for class groups and individual students• templates for assessing difficult behaviour and planning for improvementWhether you are new and in training or a more experienced SENCO, this is an essential resource that helps you get to grips with the role of the SENCO in line with the latest statutory guidance. It is particularly suitable for students and providers of the National Award for SEN Co-ordination as the book comprehensively covers the learning outcomes for the Award.
EBOOK: Enhancing Learning and Teaching in Higher Education: Engaging with the Dimensions of Practice (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Higher Education)
by John LeaThe core purpose of this distinctive book is to offer academics working in higher education practical support in achieving formal accreditation of their teaching practice with the Higher Education Academy (HEA). It maps a range of key themes against the UKPSF (United Kingdom Professional Standards Framework) and invites readers to engage with the all-important dimensions of practice. This book is relevant both to those who are in the process of preparing an application for an HEA fellowship and to those who are preparing assignments they might be producing for a PG Cert (HE) programme. The book explains the dimensions of practice in detail and offers readers suggestions for ways in which they might engage with particular aspects of the UK PSF at the end of each section and thus evidence the quality of their teaching practice. Each section also offers suggestions on ways to develop teaching as related to the themes.Its distinctive features include:Linking explicitly to the UK PSF (UK Professional Standards Framework) and offering practical advice to those making a fellowship application. Integrating this practical element with some of the wider debates about the purpose of higher educationIncorporating a thread of student engagement throughout the book, including students' own perspectives on the themes of the book.Not only will the book support academics following an accreditation route, the book will also be a useful companion text on taught courses since the UK PSF is the overarching framework for people working in HE in a teaching capacity. Whether you are working in higher education or working in college based higher education then this is the book for you.
EBOOK: Essential Primary Grammar (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Debra Myhill Susan Jones Helen Lines Annabel WatsonEssential Primary Grammar is an invaluable resource to ensure that you are firmly equipped to teach grammar. It helps you get to grips with your knowledge of grammar for the national curriculum - including the spelling, punctuation and grammar test - as well as providing you with some tried and tested ways to teach grammar. Underpinned by a series of research studies which have investigated the teaching of grammar, it will support you in how to teach grammar in creative and meaningful ways whilst supporting you in developing your own fundamental knowledge of grammar. Uniquely, the book takes a systematic step-by-step approach to explain the grammatical terminology specified in the national curriculum. It also illustrates how you might develop children’s grammatical knowledge by offering a range of practical activities which are rich, meaningful and support children’s development as confident and curious language investigators.Key features include:• Easy-to-read chapters which systematically focus on grammatical subject knowledge at word, phrase and clause level• Guidance in each chapter addressing typical grammar problems or misconceptions, and some grammar jokes• Inspiring suggestions for teaching activities to help children develop grammatical knowledge in meaningful learning contexts• Reference to authentic children’s books to illuminate the grammatical explanations and suggested teaching activities• Ideas on how high quality talk about grammar and texts can be fostered in the classroom
EBOOK: Essential Primary History
by Christopher RussellThis book is an essential handbook on teaching primary history, combining subject knowledge with practical teaching ideas to ensure your teaching of history is both imaginative and creative. Emphasizing the importance of history and its wider skillset, the book explores the concepts and skills that are the fundamental building blocks of history teaching such as:• Chronological understanding• Concepts and skills• Interpretation and evidence Each chapter offers a structured approach and provides a range of activities that both address specific elements of the history curriculum and help develop this wider skillset. It includes practical ideas for lessons through an essential toolkit of ideas, teaching strategies and activities, with each activity designed to focus on a key skill or attribute associated with teaching primary history. The practical insights accompanied by a grounded rationale for each aspect of history will help you learn the best methods for approaching the teaching of history in the primary school, as well as plan and deliver effective history lessons.This book is ideal if you are training to teach as it will help you with your assignments and your teaching placements. It is also recommended if you are a more experienced practitioner or history coordinator and want to provide the very best experiences in primary history to children in your school.“An essential and inspirational guidebook for the successful teaching of history within the primary classroom! If you are in any way involved with the teaching of history, you owe it to yourself to read this book. A ‘must have’ for all history coordinators and teachers within the primary sector, from trainees to the experienced, who wish to raise the profile of history within their school. Closely tied to the new primary curriculum, it is enriched with excellent ideas to make history in the classroom a fun and memorable experience.” Julia Wilson, Primary Teacher, Hensingham Primary School, UK“This book is easy to read and will enable all teachers (whatever their stage of career development) to become even better at teaching History. The chapter about the history of the curriculum is particularly interesting because it helps us all to understand what has influenced curriculums and pedagogies over time, whereas the Planning, Assessment and Toolkit chapters are useful on a more practical level. What is particularly ideal for trainee teachers is the Theory into Practice chapter that blends the pedagogy of History with learning theory. I will certainly be recommending this text to all my student teachers.”Maggie Webster, Senior Lecturer and RE Subject Coordinator, Edge Hill University, UK “Chris Russell has provided a gem of a guide with lots of practical advice for the student and practising teacher of history in the primary classroom, as well as a good book to read in its own right."Marian Hodgson, Head Teacher, St Philips CE Primary School, Litherland, UK
EBOOK: Experiencing Special Educational Needs and Disability: Lessons for Practice (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Brahm NorwichCovering a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities this book examines the perspectives of teachers, teaching assistants, children and parents with a focus on specific educational aspects, such as curriculum and pedagogy. Referencing recent policy changes in the special needs and inclusive education context, the book offers an introduction to the special needs and inclusive education field for teachers, SEN Coordinators and other allied professionals (e.g. speech and communication therapists, educational psychologists) as well as parents and policy makers, by:• Examining the lived experience of parents, teachers and children/young people with special educational needs/ disability in education• Illustrating some of their experienced tensions and how they deal with them• Exploring the significance of these experiences for policy and practiceThe book features 12 engaging case studies that are based on in-depth interviews with parents, teachers or teaching assistants and children or young people, exploring their experiences as regards their education. These accounts emphatically highlight positive models of practice as well as negative practices to avoid. In this way the book contributes to the professional learning of teachers and allied professionals."A critical part of understanding any complex social phenomenon is to listen (really listen) to the views of the stakeholders – the children and young people, the parents and the professional educators. In this thoughtful book, Brahm Norwich, a leading scholar in the field of Disability and Special Educational Needs, faithfully presents these views through 12 insightful case studies. The stories told are direct and share the tensions, dilemmas, balances and dynamics of life. It is a very thought provoking book and an excellent addition to the field."Dr. Graeme Douglas, Professor of Disability and Special Educational Needs, University of Birmingham, UK“An invaluable book about the importance of getting to know each and every child, comprising up to date case studies that contextualise the experiences of 12 learners identified with special educational needs.”Professor Lani Florian, Bell Chair of Education, University of Edinburgh, UK“In the era of person-centred planning, this book is a timely and essential key text for both general and specialist practitioners working for children and young people with special educational needs and/ or disability. The structured case study format provides accessible, comprehensive and detailed insights across a range of ages and types of educational placement. Whilst evidence from the individual experiences of children, their families and teachers are its main substance, the book also draws together case study themes, including advice directly given by parents and teachers to the readers. Professor Norwich is to be highly commended for providing this original, scholarly and useful research to the international field of special education.”Professor Kevin Woods, Professor of Educational and Child Psychology, University of Manchester, UK“In his new book of 12 case studies of children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), Brahm Norwich skilfully presents the perspectives of the young people themselves, their parents, and the teachers and teaching assistants who support them. These careful, illuminating accounts bring to life the realities, complexities, challenges - and also the positive aspects - of the young people themselves and those that care and support them. They remind us all of the importance of seeing each child as an individual. Required reading for all who work with children with SEND.”Professor Geoff Lindsay, Centre for Educational Development, Appraisal and Research (CEDAR), University o
EBOOK: How to Get a PhD: A Handbook for Students and their Supervisors (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Higher Education)
by Estelle Phillips Derek PughIt provides a practical, down-to-earth and realistic approach to studying for a PhD and offers support and reassurance for both students and supervisors.This brand new sixth edition has been thoroughly updated and revised throughout, and includes: New material on how PhD students can make use of online forums, social media, online survey tools and other technologies throughout the PhD process A new Chapter 10, 'Some challenges you may encounter throughout your PhD' includes practical advice for tackling prejudice and dealing with the pressures that can face early career researchers Expanded material on avoiding plagiarism and poor academic practice and increased coverage of issues faced by part-time PhD students The book retains its focus on delivering clear and practical advice, including tips for writing proposals and applying for funding, managing your time, writing an engaging PhD, and handling the viva. Long regarded as the PhD 'bible', this edition is brought right up-to-date for today’s student, retaining the straightforward and practical approach that has made it indispensable for students and supervisors across all academic disciplines. “How to Get a PhD stands out in the field due to its breadth and comprehensiveness. Whilst studying for a PhD, I bought several of these types of books. I wish instead I had saved my money and simply bought How to Get a PhD. I would recommend this for any PhD students, for anyone thinking about studying for a PhD, or indeed for new PhD supervisors.”David Wilkins, Senior Research Fellow, Tilda Goldberg Centre, University of Bedfordshire, UK “A thoroughly useful book to recommend to students (and prospective students) to help guide them through the practicalities of achieving a PhD.”Dr Russ Grant, University of York, UK and independent postgraduate teaching consultant
Ebook: The Ideal Student: Deconstructing Expectations in Higher Educatio n
by Billy Wong Y. L. Tiffany ChiuThis clearly written and engaging book will be of interest to HE practitioners, students and researchers who want to support more inclusive learning environments.Professor Louise Archer, Karl Mannheim Professor of Sociology of Education, UCL Institute of Education, UKThis is a rigorously informed and illuminating reconsideration of the notion of the Ideal Type of student in higher education.Professor Gill Crozier DPhil, FRSA, University of Roehampton, UKBased on solid empirical work, combining qualitative and quantitative data, the book offers an insight into the perception of whom and what the ideal student is.Professor Lars Ulriksen, Department of Science Education, University of Copenhagen, DenmarkThis book presents an exciting and novel approach to explore the concept of the ‘ideal student’. Written in the context of higher education, the concept aims to promote a more transparent conversation about the explicit, implicit and idealistic expectations of university students. It would address concerns that implicit rules or unspoken practices can result in diverse but patterned student experiences, widening social inequalities.The concept of the ideal student can provide students, especially those less familiar or confident with higher education, with a better and clearer understanding of what is valued, expected and rewarded at university. With increasing student diversity, there is an urgent need for greater openness and awareness of the different expectations and ideals of students. The key questions explored include:•How is the ideal student imagined and envisioned?•To what extent are these constructions realistic and achievable? •Are certain students more likely to aspire, identify or embody these ideal characteristics? •Are there any features of the ideal student that are widely shared and recognised? •How do people from different social backgrounds construct their ideal student? •How can staff support students to develop desirable characteristics for university?A number of issues are unpacked as the book discusses the nuances of what it means to be a university student. The Ideal Student is written for a general audience and will be of particular interest to those working or studying in higher education, especially staff, students and senior leaders.Billy Wong is an Associate Professor in Widening Participation at the Institute of Education, University of Reading.Tiffany Chiu is Senior Teaching Fellow in Educational Development at the Centre for Higher Education Research and Scholarship and Programme Director for the PG Cert in University Learning and Teaching at Imperial College London. She is a Senior Fellow of the HEA.
Ebook: Improving Maths and English in Further Education: A Practical Guide
by Jonathan KayImproving Maths and English in Further Education provides a strategic, practical and easily applied toolkit for teachers and leaders as they work with students to gain core skills. The book highlights the unique challenges that are faced within the sector and the value of embedding college-wide literacy and numeracy for success, providing a range of strategies to resolve challenges. Structured to make sure that there is always an alternative approach, method or suggestion, the book allows the reader to choose the steps that suit their context best. Each chapter looks at the key priorities: •Identifies a range of potential solutions to a challenge faced in FE•Acknowledges potential implementation pitfalls and remedies•Suggests practical takeaways, key considerations and next steps Teachers and staff within further and Post-16 education will find this an essential resource for supporting students studying maths and English."Teachers and leaders from curriculum areas across the sector will find scenarios and anecdotes that resonate in this book; timetabling, accountability, motivation… a must read."Catherine Sezen, Senior Policy Manager – FE"This is an interesting and engaging read from Jonny, who has produced a book that brings together contemporary educational literature, with a personal and honest take on leading and teaching English and Maths in FE."Steven Wallis, Executive Director Quality, NCG"This book caters for the many different voices, people and characters in FE - it does exactly what it says on the tin... It will give you all the tools for a great job with an evidence base to boot."Julia Smith, @tessmaths Jonathan Kay has managed and led English and maths departments in Further Education since 2017, as well as working as consultant for the Association of Colleges and Lead English Expert and examiner for a leading exam board. Jonathan has also previously worked as an English teacher, 2nd in Department and Head of English in a range of Secondary schools.
Ebook: Integrating Children's Literature in the Classroom: Insights for the Primary and Early Years Educator
by David Waugh Rosemary WaughTeachers can have a profound influence on children’s reading behaviour and attitudes to literature. Whether it’s to broaden children’s knowledge and understanding, or encourage reading for pleasure, reading in the classroom is becoming an increasing priority.This book looks at a wide range of children’s literature from picture books to classics to poetry. A diverse array of books is recommended for teachers to use in a broad variety of contexts to enhance learning across the curriculum, featuring beloved authors such as Michael Morpurgo, Tove Jansson and Kenneth Grahame, as well as introducing some who may be new to teachers.This book:•Recognises the key role of children’s literature within the curriculum and learning development •Explores examples through case studies of classroom practice and highlights children’s literature’s role in Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education•Celebrates the range of voices and contexts that literature can represent in the classroom•Includes a ‘For your bookshelf’ section in each chapter which summarises key titles•Dedicates a chapter to the importance of creating children’s literature with and for childrenThe authors place emphasis on creating a literate environment in which children’s literature is a central feature. This is a must-read for teachers at all levels, as well as anyone who volunteers in schools to support readers. “Read on to enrich your practice right across the curriculum and find diverse books to engage and inspire children. Enjoy!”Professor Teresa Cremin, The Open University, UK “How do we make sure children today recognise the value of reading for pleasure when so many other mediums are competing for their attention? The answer lies within this excellent text.”Megan Stephenson, PGCE Primary ITT Lead, Leeds Trinity University, UK“It is an essential book for the primary school – needed now more than ever before.”Adam Bushnell, Author of Modelling Exciting Writing and Descriptosaurus: Story WritingRosemary Waugh is a retired teacher who has written extensively on children’s literature, spelling, punctuation and grammar. She is an avid collector of children’s literature. She works with David to lead workshops for reading volunteers in schools for the Open University, UK, and the charity Coram Beanstalk.David Waugh is a former deputy headteacher, education adviser and head of department, who is currently a professor at Durham University, School of Education, UK. He has written more than sixty books on primary English as well as six children’s novels, two of which were written with groups of children.
EBOOK: Interacting or Interfering? Improving Interactions in the Early Years (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Julie FisherHigh quality interactions are recognised as fundamental to the achievement of outstanding teaching and learning in the early years. If you are working with children from six months to six years this authoritative new book from leading author Julie Fisher encourages you to reflect deeply on the quality and impact of interactions in your setting.Drawing on research undertaken in baby rooms, nurseries and classrooms over four years the book challenges prevailing orthodoxies and offers specific practical guidance on how to improve the quality of interactions on a day-to-day basis. With its illuminating examples, the book shows how you can best tune into and respond effectively to young children’s conversations. It exemplifies how interactions are most effectively sustained and how developing high quality interactions can better scaffold and support children’s learning and development.'Interacting or Interfering?'• Identifies the key components of effective interactions and how implementing these can improve the quality of children’s learning • Contains transcripts of interactions from baby rooms through to Year 2 classes which exemplify key messages• Provides prompts you can use to analyse and improve your own practiceWritten in the author’s exceptionally clear and accessible style, this book is indispensable reading for all students and practitioners working and studying in the early years.
EBOOK: Introduction to Childhood Studies (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Education OUP)
by Naomi Holford Mary Jane KehilyThis popular and bestselling textbook provides an introduction to the field of childhood studies and offers a broad-based, comprehensive and accessible resource which brings together key themes in the area of childhood studies to provide a timely and scholarly introduction.This new collection includes all the key themes of debate and interest and each chapter is written by an expert in a specific area of childhood studies and many chapters are authored by leading figures in their field. The new third edition builds on the success of earlier editions, maintaining chapters of enduring value while incorporating some fresh new chapters on integrated working with children; childhood sexualisation; and child soldiers. Hence the book remains intellectually robust, scholarly and confident in its academic approach, a feature that distinguishes the title from many of its competitors. The new edition also introduces additional pedagogy with interactive activities, annotated suggestions for further reading, and end-of-chapter bullet point summaries. An Introduction to Childhood Studies 3E is invaluable reading for students, lecturers and practitioners from a range of professional and academic interests and particularly for those studying courses in Childhood Studies and Early Childhood Studies.Contributors: David Buckingham, Diana Gittins, Chris Jenks, Glenda MacNaughton, Heather Montgomery, Jane Read, Wendy Stainton Rogers, Mats Utas, Valerie Walkerdine, Martin Woodhead
EBOOK: An Introduction to Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Health & Social Welfare)
by Peter ScalesThis book is a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to learning and teaching in higher education, and an invaluable resource if you are seeking to enhance and develop your teaching in the context of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It also supports your progress towards Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), with an overview of the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF) and linking content to the framework. This book is for new and existing teachers in higher education and those teaching higher education programmes in further education colleges. As well as helping you enhance and extend your understanding of the theory and practice of learning and teaching, this book encourages you to reflect on and improve your teaching in higher education to meet the needs of a diversity of students in the changing landscape of higher education. Together with its progressive and logical sequencing of topics - covering planning and preparation; techniques, methods and resources; assessment, quality and evaluation - the book provides: • A core text and resource for new teachers in higher education undertaking postgraduate programmes in learning and teaching.• An accessible and practical introduction to the knowledge and skills required to become a confident and effective lecturer in higher education• Mapping to the HEA UK Professional Standards Framework to provide guidance and support for those working towards Fellowship of the HEA together with sample Fellowship applications• 'Pause & Reflect' boxes to reinforce your professional learning journey"This book is not only an excellent introduction to learning and teaching in university but also for those providing higher level learning in further education colleges. It is an ideal companion for lecturers and teachers undertaking postgraduate programmes in learning and teaching and also for those seeking Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. The core message of the book is that improving teaching, learning and quality begins with teachers themselves through their own professionalism, scholarship and reflective practice."Vicky Duckworth, Reader in Education, Edge Hill University, UK "Pete Scales begins his book by asking the question ‘What is teaching?’ and giving possible answers and raising further questions. This sets the tone for his approach in this wide-ranging almost encyclopaedic book that touches on all the topics and issues that someone new to higher education is required to address. But this introductory book is unique because Scales never loses what is his professional passion and his authorial focus - the relationship between the teacher and the student. All education is founded on the relationship between a teacher and a student and Scales provides a guide for the new higher education teacher through the confusing and confused world of higher education in order that they can remain a teacher despite institutional distractions."Dennis Hayes, Professor of Education, University of Derby, UK"This book provides a welcome and timely addition which will be of huge value to anybody with an interest in teaching and learning in higher education. It will be of particular value to those new to teaching in the higher education sector as well as more experienced staff who wish to update their skills or apply for Higher Education Academy recognition."Chris Wakeman, Head of Education and Inclusion Studies, University of Wolverhampton, UK"Explicit links to specific elements of each dimension of the UK Professional Standards Framework make this text invaluable to those producing evidence for taught routes to HEA fellowship or associate fellowship, and for those embarking on applications for FHEA based on CPD and experience. It gives good guidance to alignment of each element of the UKPSF dimensions with personal professional experienc
Ebook: Mastering Teaching: Thriving as an Early Career Teacher
by Moira Hulme Rebecca Smith Rachel O'SullivanThis book builds on the experiences of school leaders, early career teachers and their mentors and responds to the challenges that new teachers face as they move beyond initial teacher training. Practiced educators provide research-informed guidance in each chapter to scaffold new teachers’ workplace learning when the learning curve is steepest. Support for new teachers is vitally important in enhancing teaching quality, promoting teacher wellbeing, and reducing staff burnout rates. Each chapter, co-authored by school-based and university-based teacher educators, contains rich illustrative examples and vignettes from lead practitioners in UK primary and secondary schools. The book is relevant across curriculum areas and phases of education so that all new teachers can ease their transition into teaching, build their confidence and lay foundations for their career-long professional growth. Speaking to new and recently qualified teachers as well as coordinators of professional learning in schools, this book is an essential resource for teacher CPD.“An excellent addition to the thinking educator’s bookshelf.”Dr David Waugh, Professor of Education, Durham University“The distinctive challenges facing Early Career Teachers are identified and addressed with a clear focus on developing the adaptive expertise which is the foundation and sustenance of success in this demanding profession.”Professor Linda Clarke, Ulster University“This is a book that is sorely needed to support the flourishing of teachers during the demanding early stages of their careers.”Ian Menter, Emeritus Professor of Teacher Education, University of Oxford, Former President of the British Educational Research Association (2013-15)“Mastering Teaching is a core, comprehensive, credible and cutting-edge introduction to early career teacher learning.”Dr Beth Dickson, University of GlasgowMoira Hulme is Professor of Teacher Education at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. She has extensive experience as a teacher, teacher educator and educational researcher. Rebecca Smith is Headteacher of Sale Grammar School, Manchester, UK. She is an experienced leader who has worked across diverse settings to support teacher development to enable every child to fulfil their potential.Rachel O’Sullivan is Senior Lecturer in the School of Teacher Education, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. Rachel taught secondary P.E. and was a subject lead, pastoral lead and Assistant Head before moving to her current role.
EBOOK: Multiculturalism and Education, 3e
by Richard RaceExisting and ongoing conceptual debates continue to shape how we perceive multiculturalism and other concepts that can be applied to education. Political and social consequences allow an examination of integration in contemporary policy contexts. Issues of faith schooling and citizenship remain as or more important than they have been in the past. The material in this new edition also extends these debates and provides a perfect resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The continuing interest from both students and within the wider academy of this material highlights that this text is not only relevant for educationalists, but also for the wider social and professional sciences.
EBOOK: Preparing to Teach in Secondary Schools: A Student Teacher's Guide to Professional Issues in Secondary Education (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Higher Education OUP)
by Ian Abbott Prue Huddleston David MiddlewoodThe fourth edition of this informative, accessible and intellectually engaging teacher training book provides a definitive guide for trainee and newly qualified secondary school teachers and their mentors.The book has been fully updated to reflect the many changes in policy and practice, including developments in the national curriculum, PSHEE and SEN provision. The latest edition covers topics such as how pupils learn, assessment, planning classroom communication and developing positive approaches to pupil behaviour.The wide range of specialist contributors, each bringing extensive first-hand experience of teaching, covers the core professional skills and concepts that new secondary school teachers need to acquire, irrespective of their subject specialism or training route, while the following key features of the book are:• Examples and illustrations from real classroom practice.• Details of current research.• Activities, case studies and scenarios.Ian Abbott, Associate Professor; Prue Huddleston, Emeritus Professor; and David Middlewood, Research Fellow, are all based at the University of Warwick’s Centre for Education Studies, UK.
Ebook: Professional Learning for Artist Teachers: How to Balance Practice and Pedagogy
by Rachel Payne“In the context of one of the most difficult times for art and design education that I can remember, Dr Rachel Payne’s timely volume gives hope; it provides a valuable and inspirational resource for established and aspiring creative practitioners concerned with meaningful teaching and learning.”Richard Hickman, Fellow of NSEAD, UK“Those of us in the arts who need reassurance that our work matters, that our work remains essential to a holistic education for children, youth and adults, and that artist-teachers can reclaim, recover, and reimagine their professional practices in the midst of governmental controls – then, this is our book.”Rita Irwin, Professor of Art Education, The University of British Columbia, CanadaMore than most educators, art teachers have to negotiate two professional identities of artist and teacher. In Professional Learning for Artist Teachers: Pedagogy, Practice and Partnership in UK Contexts, Rachel Payne brings together innovative discourse from academics, artists, researchers and professionals working for cultural organisations to support the symbiosis of artist and teacher.Professional Learning for Artist Teachers is a book of balance, combining theory and practice to offer pedagogic strategies, and placing great importance on individual contexts while considering external factors. The text:•Comprises a wide range of bespoke perspectives and experiential content•Explores cultural partnerships within higher education programmes•Focuses on the UK context while examining how the field differs regionally, nationally and internationallyOffering pedagogic and practical insights drawing from the contributing authors' extensive experience, this book will be of interest to practitioners, academics and students alike. Rachel Payne is the Deputy Head for Education and Student Experience at Oxford Brookes University, UK. Here she is also subject coordinator for the MA Education: Artist Teacher Practice, which is run in partnership with the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, UK.
EBOOK: Promoting Positive Behaviour in the Early Years (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Education OUP)
by Karen MorrisBehaviour is high on the political agenda and a key concern for many education professionals. Whilst political debate, press coverage and professional concerns about ‘problem behaviour’ generally focus on older children, there is also concern about the number of children exhibiting challenging behaviour in the early years. Children’s experiences in the Early Years are crucial in determining their adaptability and coping strategies later on, in helping them develop resilience. Therefore it is paramount that practitioners can support children’s personal, social and emotional and behavioural development in the early years, and make a vital contribution to reducing behavioural difficulties (including ‘internalised’ difficulties such as depression as well as ‘externalised’ challenging behaviour). Those working in the early years often want advice on managing ‘challenging behaviour’, sometimes seeing such behaviour as being inexplicable, rather than regarding all children’s behaviour, including ‘challenging’ behaviour, as a response to their circumstances. When the behaviour is extreme, it may be because the child’s circumstances/experiences are extreme, and/or the child’s ability to make needs clear or interpret other people’s intentions is impaired. Both norms and extremes of behaviour can be understood using a framework that applies knowledge of how behaviour develops to consider a child’s needs and what might be appropriate expectations of that child.
Ebook: Psychology and Educational Inclusion: Identifying and Supporting Learners with SEN
by Georgia Niolaki Kate Carr-Fanning Aris TerzopoulosThis book offers a holistic evidence-based approach to special educational needs and inclusive practice. Psychology has an important role within the inclusive process, but it can be misused and so must be understood and adopted critically and reflectively to prevent exclusion. The book draws on psychological and educational theories, research, and practice in order to increase students' and practitioners' understanding of issues related to identifying, assessing, and supporting learners with neurodivergences, difficulties, or Special Educational Needs (SEN) within educational settings.It includes chapters that explore different SEN and the methods and approaches used to identify and support students. These approaches exist along what we propose is the ‘special and inclusive education continuum’. Drawing on theory and research from psychology, readers will evaluate and apply a range of different approaches, while reflecting on and developing their own practice. This book provides in-depth consideration of some of the most common SEN and issues of co-occurrence. It also explores prevalent but often neglect SEN, including socio-economic disadvantages, additional language learning, migrants and refugees, and why gifted students have SEN.
EBOOK: Quality in the Early Years (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Emma SlaughterThe term ‘quality’ is frequently used in early years practice - both in professional discussions and in key policy and literature - but often without question or an agreed understanding of what quality is and as though it is an entirely unproblematic concept. Through a series of inspiring and thought-provoking chapters this book supports you in considering and developing your own notion of ‘quality early years practice’ across a broad range of key strands of early years provision – from the environment to policies, from work with vulnerable children and babies to curriculum and research. This book helps you to construct your own idea of quality and challenges you to develop your own understanding through stimulating discussion and reflection points. A key argument is that whilst there are several ‘indicators’ and ‘measures’ of quality there is no one universally agreed definition of ‘quality’ in early years provision and hence developing your own notion of quality and working towards that with others is paramount. Key features include:•Consideration of what ‘quality’ looks like within a contemporary early years landscape•How you might deliver quality practice when other influences might appear to hinder or contradict this•Reflection points to help you embed and link your learning to practice•A graduated approach for a greater depth of engagement with the topic and relevant literature. With each chapter written by an early years expert Quality in the Early Years is a vital companion for those studying towards any early years qualification, as well as established practitioners and leaders within the field.
EBOOK: The SENCO Essential Manual (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Sue SoanThis is the ultimate resource for SENCOs which provides knowledge, understanding and insight into your role as a strategic leader and how this needs to inform your daily practice and professional knowledge.This is an essential manual to help you in your role as a SENCO - especially if you are new to the role - and provides the ultimate resource that explicitly informs you what you must do to meet the national statutory requirements, as well as when and how you should implement and enhance them. The manual combines clarity, accessibility and the practical ideas to enable positive outcomes in your role. Additionally it provides knowledge, understanding and insight into your role as a strategic leader and how this needs to inform your daily practice and professional knowledge. As well as SEND the manual also covers inclusion and diversity as relates to school values and ethos, enabling you to see how your role is instrumental in determining inclusive whole school development."This book is an essential manual for all SENCOs; highly readable, up-to-date and informative."Dr Geraldene Codina, Senior Lecturer, Institute of Education, University of Derby, UK"The SENCo Essential Manual is an invaluable resource for aspiring and newly appointed SENCos."Louise Hamilton, Senior Lecturer, Bath Spa University, UK"For the busy SENCO…a very welcome ‘one-stop’ guide to support the development of their own and their setting’s practice."Dr Simon Ellis, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Education, Canterbury Christ Church University, UK
EBOOK: Supporting Maths & English in Post-14 Education & Training (UK Higher Education Humanities & Social Sciences Education)
by Jo-Ann Delaney Amanda CopeThis book offers a practical solution to the challenges trainee teachers and practising teachers face when asked to address English and maths across the further education curriculum. Aimed firmly at non-specialist teachers of English and maths, each chapter has activities to raise your own awareness of English or maths concepts, as well as examples of activities that you can use in your teaching to ensure English and maths are appropriately embedded. Key features include:• Accessible explanations of English and maths concepts to support both you and your learners• Tasks to get you thinking about the general principles of embedding English and maths• Specific ideas for embedding English and maths in a range of vocational subject contexts• Tips and ideas for your lessons• General advice together with “Dos and don’ts” • Helpful commentaries about suggested teacher activities• Recommendations for further readingIf you are training to teach in the education and training sector, this book offers a number of tasks and activities to help you address English and maths in your subject area and is an excellent resource to support the planning and teaching of your subject. "These experts in English and Maths have ensured that their advice is well conceived and carefully explained but also that it is practical. Written with enthusiasm and flair, this book is valuable and very welcome."Professor Kevin Orr, School of Education and Professional Development, University of Huddersfield, UK"From reading aloud to pronunciation on the one hand; and from measurement and data handling on the other, the authors present workable strategies, ideas and exercises that are easy to use. Jargon-free and user-friendly, this book offers valuable insights and ideas."Dr Rebecca Eliahoo, Principal Lecturer (Lifelong Learning), University of Westminster, UK
EBOOK: Supporting Pupils with EAL in the Primary Classroom
by Virginia BowerSupporting children with English as an additional language (EAL) requires detailed knowledge and understanding of their social, cognitive and linguistic needs. Supporting Pupils with EAL in the Primary Classroom highlights the fundamental principles that underpin teaching and learning, and examines practical strategies for classroom practice. The book focuses on the importance of recognising the knowledge, skills and experience that children with EAL bring to the classroom, whilst identifying the specific support required. It draws on evidence from an extended case study to illustrate essential points and combines this with an examination of relevant theory as well as how this translates to classroom practice. Key features of the book include:• Core knowledge and skills about how to support children with EAL• Case study scenarios to illustrate particular principles, pedagogies and practices• Practical ideas for the classroom throughoutSupporting Pupils with EAL in the Primary Classroom is an invaluable text for those in teaching training, qualified teachers, senior managers in schools and those working in initial teacher education."The author writes about the demands of teaching EAL learners with commitment, knowledge and enthusiasm. She offers the reader insights and examples from her own research and classroom practice, beginning with a discussion of bilingualism and language learning, followed up by an exploration the four skills and assessment in the classroom, as well as a chapter arguing for professional development and research informed teaching. In this chapter she stresses the importance of teachers finding innovative ways to enable EAL learners within the curriculum context. In the final chapter, drawing on the sociocultural framework that informs her work, the author discusses the challenges, constraints and possibilities for supporting EAL children in the wider contexts of pedagogy and policy. Throughout, there are case studies and examples, and the author writes with a sense of optimism that it is in the capacity of teachers to improve the classroom learning opportunities for EAL learners. Written in a personable and accessible style, this book offers an informative foundation for teacher educators and professionals who want to learn more about working with EAL learners."Dr Charlotte Franson, formerly of Canterbury Christ Church University, UK"As a teacher educator, I am often engaged in discussions around trainees' perceptions of the complexities of teaching children learning EAL. This book, rooted in practice based research provides an accessible and informative scaffold for those embarking on a career in teaching. The premise of the 'what' and 'how' is particularly useful and the sequence of chapters provides a well mapped journey for the reader, through the theory, practice and considerations of supporting children learning EAL. Exemplification, through the case study vignettes, poses reflective thinking points that can be readily applied to one’s own practice.Overall, excellent practitioner guidance that both consolidates subject knowledge and provides realistic practice guidance. A title I will be heartily recommending to my students."Gill Chambers, Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Northampton, UK