Secondary Education

@text:This volume stems from the 2003 Educational Testing Service Invitational Conference that convened leading scholars and practitioners from education, psychology, economics, statistics and public policy to discuss the important topic of measurement and accountability. The chapters cover all sign..

The important role of reflective practice is well recognised in a wide range of professional areas, including education, health, management and social care. Students on many professional undergraduate and postgraduate courses undertake modules in reflective practice, where they are expected to engag..

This handbook discusses the implications of the 1994 Code of Practice and gives practical advice on how to implement the code effectively. It will therefore appeal to anyone involved with special needs children...

Including a range of reflective tasks, links to online resources, exemplification material and further reading to help student and practicing teachers develop their own thinking, The Teacher’s Reflective Practice Handbook is an accessible guide which supports the facilitation of reflective practice ..

Including a range of reflective tasks, links to online resources, exemplification material and further reading to help student and practicing teachers develop their own thinking, The Teacher’s Reflective Practice Handbook is an accessible guide which supports the facilitation of reflective practice ..

The transition phase from primary to secondary school is a time of massive personal, physical, psychological and social change. Not only is it a difficult time for the young adolescent, but it is also a challenging time for anyone living or working with young people experiencing such substantial cha..

The transition phase from primary to secondary school is a time of massive personal, physical, psychological and social change. Not only is it a difficult time for the young adolescent, but it is also a challenging time for anyone living or working with young people experiencing such substantial cha..

Essential reading for anyone who seeks to prepare active citizens for the twenty-first century, this long-awaited book considers Philosophical Inquiry, an empowering teaching method...

This book enables teachers, lecturers, educators to facilitate applied learning effectively with learners in schools, colleges and universities. It introduces teachers to the concept of applied learning in practice, cutting across any vocational and academic divide to show how this approach supports..

A detailed consideration of what it means to be a professional in the contemporary climate, Understanding Pedagogy challenges student and practising teachers to reappraise their understanding and practice through effectively linking theory and practice. Key issues explored include the importance of ..

This book includes both the formative and performative aspects of language use - the texts and the processes...

This book includes both the formative and performative aspects of language use - the texts and the processes...