The good writing guide for education students

Publisher: Sage Pubns Inc
Highlighting common problems and providing guidance on how to improve, this book contains a lists of 'Dos and Don'ts' and several examples. It offers practical advice on: how to search for reading materials; carrying out small-scale research projects; structuring academic writing appropriately; improving punctuation, and spelling grammar.

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The primary English encyclopedia : the heart of the curriculum

Publisher: Routledge/Taylor & Francis Inc
A comprehensive reference book explaining key concepts, ideas and current requirements in primary English, this third edition of The Primary English Encyclopedia has been revised in light of the new Primary National Strategy.The encyclopedia includeds over 600 entries; short definitions of key concepts, such as parts of speech; succinct explanations of […]

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Improving learning how to learn : classrooms, schools and networks

Publisher: Routledge/Taylor & Francis Inc
Learning how to learn is an essential preparation for lifelong learning. Whilst this is widely acknowledged by teachers, they have lacked a rich professional knowledge base from which they can teach their pupils how to learn. This book aims to make a contribution to the creation of such a professional knowledge […]

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The secondary teacher's handbook

Publisher: Continuum Intl Publ Grp
Presented in an easy-to-use, A-Z format, this practical resource book for secondary teachers covers various the issues that matter to teachers on a day-to-day basis. It includes over eighty key words, ranging from assessment to behaviour, and planning to SEN.

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Reading under control : teaching reading in the primary school

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
Introduces primary teachers to the key issues in how to teach reading. This book provides coverage of differing reading practices and resources. Its key features include: managing specialised reading difficulties, such as dyslexia; EAL and gender issues in reading; and, use of ICT within reading a detailed inspection of the phonics […]

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Human Learning

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Learning is among the most basic of human activities. The study of, and research into learning forms a central part of educational studies. This book considers how our neurological, biological, emotional and spiritual faculties all impact on human learning. It includes topics such as: the biology of learning; gender and human […]

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Educational Research

Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
Educational Research

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Teaching Adults

Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Provides strategies to create a stimulating and effective learning environment in college, workplace and community venues. This book covers a range of issues including catering for different learning styles, managing learner's expectations, promoting diversity and social inclusion, learning in the workplace, dealing with punctuality, and more.

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Words in Place: Reconnecting to Nature Through Creative Writing

Publisher: Hawthorn Press
Words in Place: Reconnecting to Nature Through Creative Writing

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Work-Life Balance

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Helps re-establish control over your life and to understand the impact of work pressures and issues in your personal life. This book outlines a range of strategies to help teachers to achieve the right work-life balance for them. It is also used for whole school staff development programmes.

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