This book presents a collection of stories from action research projects in schools and a university. It shows how projects that differ on a variety of dimensions can raise similar themes, problems ... more » more »

Drawing on insights from other European curricular systems, this provocative book will contribute, in a timely way, to the debate on reformations of the National Curriculum. The text includes points for discussion and lists of further reading. more »

This book is based on a four year collaborative effort among teachers, university professors and graduate students to promote success among 'low-achieving' African American students. ... more » more »

Designed for all music teachers, this book provides a careful and clear examination and analysis of the fundamental concepts involved in music. Professor Swanwick investigates questions such as: What is music? Is music meaningful? Does music refine our feelings and emotions? If so, how? The discussion ... more »

Product Info This text is designed as a practical guide both for student teachers and practicing teachers who are dealing with mildly to moderately handicapped children in normal schools. more »

Product Info Hidden Hands focuses on a specific and neglected area of contemporary child welfare; that of children's paid work and labour. more »

An innovative edited collection of essays examining the theory/practice debate as it has been articulated pedagogically. The contributors seek to determine whether a revolutionary pedagogy is possible as a means of transforming the cultural history of educational practice. more »

This book looks at the effects of devolved management on secondary schools in several countries and how recent reforms have affected roles, relationships and decision-making both within the school and with the wider community. more »

Research with Children is a new resource book on the methodology of childhood research. Leading and new researchers within the social studies of childhood discuss epistemology and methodology, showing the links between theory and practice. more »

A practical guide to a `real reading' approach to beginning reading, this valuable book explores issues such as choice of books and parental involvement in reading. It contains advice for teachers wishing to make better use of stories. more »

Critically examines the origins and development of drama. This new edition brings the argument up to date and takes account of ten years of political and educational change in its proposal for an alternative educational agenda. more »

Product Info An independent-study workbook designed for newly qualified teachers containing a range of activities. The materials can be used throughout the first and/or second years of teaching. more »