In discussing Durkheim's modern relevance, this book explores his desire to integrate practical and theoretical aspects of education, and his stress on the moral base of education and the importance of the social and society. more »

Getting Ready for College is the ultimate easy-to-use guide to success for college-bound seniors, first-years, and their parents. Polly Berent answers the questions you didnt know you would need to ask: Whats the deal on financial aid and cash management? Should I bring a flashlight to school? Do I really ... 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 »

Product Info An introductory text reviewing theory and research in psychology as it relates to practice in the primary classroom. more »

Product Info Talking Books is a collection of monologues - reworked transcripts from indepth interviews with some of the most important and influential of contemporary children's writers. more »

Explores the theory behind adult literacy education - discussing the arguments in favour of literacy, and analysing principles by which literacy may be creatively learned, looking in detail at context, equality and community. more »

All teachers will be familiar with the problems of effectively managing a class of children with varying abilities. This book considers issues such as empowerment and sources for learning and behaviour difficulties. 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 »

Product Info A useful and comprehensive introduction to research, this book identifies and demystifies aspects more relevant to the education student. more »

Product Info Sexual Bullying draws together a number of theories on gender, adolescent behaviour and schooling to examine the social processes at work in four comprehensive schools. more »