Explores some of the historical antecedents of the current position of science in the lives of younger children. Current teaching practice is examined and on this basis speculations are made about the future direction of this subject. more »

In Feminist Engagements some of the top names in feminist education read, resist and revise the works of the major twentieth-century theorists in education and cultural studies. These essays provide an excellent feminist introduction to such important scholars as John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Michel Foucault ... more »

This all-in-one guide shows parents and students how to select, apply to, get accepted by, and pay for college, from the experts at America's #1 educational consulting firm. The rules of college admissions have changed, and the competition today is tougher than ever. It's no longer enough to fill out ... more »

With the current conservative emphasis on cultural literacy, this revised paperback edition of a path breaking statement serves as a reminder that our educational practices and policies are never ne... more » more »

This book aims to clarify the 'big picture' of monitoring and assessment. It takes on the whole canvass from marking to public examinations and aims to make this topic meaningful and coherent for th... more » more »

This book addresses the problem of how best to evaluate and improve the standard of teaching in higher education in a climate of accountability and appraisal. Linking educational theory with the practical realities of teaching, it argues that becoming an effective teacher in higher education involves ... more »

Looks at the key reasons why students of colour are not entering teaching. Containing interviews with over 200 persons of colour, this book will enable us to understand the cultural, political and historical forces discouraging teachers. more »

This book examines the strands of thinking involved in historical enquiry at any level, while using case studies to illustrate the experiences of pre-school children and historical thinking. more » more »

Examining how Australia, the UK and Canada have tried to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs, this book looks at the major issues, types of provisions and resourcing which have been offered and a vision of the future. more »

This book draws together a range of issues about the use of ICT in the classroom into one volume. It encourages students and teachers to reflect on issues so that they can make reasoned and informed judgements about their teaching. more »

The authors reassess the role of social psychology. They offer an analysis of motivation and the social development of primary age children as well as relationships and social interaction in the classroom, gender and special needs. more »

International philosophers of education explore the diverse strands of the liberal tradition in education. Issues covered include social justice, national identity, curriculum, critical thinking and social practices. more »