Product Info This book offers a clear and lively survey into the key terms and concepts of philosophy which are of interest and relevance today. more »

This book will be the first in several years concerned with non-attendance. Previously unpublished material in the book will provide a multi-disciplinary evaluation of practice at LEA, whole school and individual levels. more »

This new edition looks at the headteacher's role in the managing of a secondary school including marketing and the budget. It takes an up-to-date consideration of tasks and skills and is essential reading for all concerned with school management. more »

The passing of the Further and Higher Education Act, 1992 has initiated rapid change to the post-16 sector. Focussing on the accreditation of prior learning, this book offers valuable advice on how to make colleges truly open and accessible. more »

Product Info This book looks at the many ways in which languages can be taught, and at case studies that highlight the practical methods that will help teachers get the best results. more »

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

This book is a major study of the nature, aims and context of vocational education at the beginning of the twenty-first century. It provides a comprehensive treatment of the relationship between the aims of economics and education. more »

What you need to know about primary education in order to develop and improve it. Richards traces the history of primary education from the 1960s to the present day and raises key questions about it... more » more »

From some of the leading feminist scholars in education comes a collection of writings discussing how they use feminist post structural theory in their classrooms and research. Drawing on real-life situations in their work, they show how using this theory has transformed their work. Topics covered include ... more »

This new edition of Ann Lewis's widely acclaimed book has been substantially revised and updated to take into account the recent changes to the National Curriculum and the implications of the Code of Practice for primary teachers. more »

A short study guide for either prospective MBA students wanting to know more about what is involved or students in a new intake at a business school or those seeking to prepare themselves for the experience to come. more »

Early years education is currently in the spotlight as teachers and policy makers consider how best to provide high quality provision for the youngest children in our schools and nurseries. Young children do have specific needs, and the education we offer them should reflect these needs. Education must ... more »