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Book SynopsisWhat if you could unlock the science of effective thinking and harness your mental processes for greater success at work and in life? Join two experts in the field of applied cognitive science as they reveal the hidden mechanisms behind our thoughts and actions.Beginning with the fundamental question of what makes some individuals excel in areas where others falter, this book explores how our mental frameworks - shaped by experience, knowledge, and the intricate workings of the mind - directly impact our effectiveness in everyday situations. From delivering a compelling presentation to leading a team through a challenging project, our cognitive models dictate our outcomes more than we realize.Drawing on the latest research in cognition and learning, Dr. Jim Heal and Dr. Rebekah Berlin provide a roadmap for refining the mental models that shape our daily decisions. Along the way, we''ll explore essential concepts of the mind like effective learning processes, the structure of memory, and how to manage cognitive load. With each chapter, you''ll gain practical strategies to enhance your thinking, improve your communication and better understand the complexities of human interaction.Whether you''re an educator, a manager, or a leader, Mental Models will equip you with the tools to elevate your effectiveness and unlock new opportunities for growth. Step beyond conventional wisdom and discover how a deeper understanding of your mind can transform your life.

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Book SynopsisIn The Slow Professor, Maggie Berg and Barbara K. Seeber discuss how adopting the principles of the Slow movement in academic life can counter the erosion of humanistic education.Trade Review"'Thrilling' isn't a word I often apply to books about higher education, but these pages galvanized me." -- Barbara Hunt National Public Radio (NPR), May 13, 2016 "What Maggie Berg and Barbara Seeber are doing in The Slow Professor is protesting against the "corporatization of the contemporary university", and reminding us of a kind of "good" selfishness; theirs is a self-help book that recognises the fact that an institution can only ever be as healthy as the sum of its parts." -- Emma Rees Times Higher Education, May 26, 2016 "The fact that precarious labour is becoming the norm in the academy impacts everyone, including those with tenure." -- Christina Turner Rabble.ca, May 26, 2016 'A welcome part of a crucial conversation.' -- Rachel Hadas Times Literary Supplement, July 29, 2016 "The Slow Professor recognizes the psychological strains of academic work, but subtly points toward explicitly political responses to the emotional toxins we absorb; but, it also avoids the fate of most subject-centred therapeutic exercises which are mainly courses in adaptation and resignation. Although it is no call to arms, no manifesto, nor a shout of defiance at the authorities, for insightful readers, the next step beyond self-awareness will be obvious." -- Howard A. Doughty CAUT Bulletin, September, 2016 "It's a beguiling book, written in controlled anger at the corporatized university, overrun by administrators and marketers." -- Rick Salutin The Toronto Star, September 9, 2016 'Thoughtful, reflective... The best thing this book accomplishes is its unabashed encouragement to talk to our colleagues in order to increase solidarity and togetherness in the combat against changing and challenging professional environments.' -- Kate Mattocks Journal of Higher Education - September 2016 "While The Slow Professor has already raised some eyebrows as an example of "tenured privilege," it's at once an important addition and possible antidote to the growing literature on the corporatization of the university." -- Colleen Flaherty Inside Higher Education, April 19, 2016Table of ContentsPreface Introduction 1. Time Management and Timelessness 2. Pedagogy and Pleasure 3. Research and Understanding 4. Collegiality and Community Conclusion: Collaboration and Working Together

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Book SynopsisHow do you embed excellence into schools' everyday practices, not as an incidental or an accident, but as an actual ethic? Like the original book, this book is not a manual but what it offers is a thorough analysis of the Ethic of Excellence toolkit strategies, which can be applied across all ages and phases. The examination is placed within a framework of relevant research and is aimed at corroborating Berger’s strategies and ethics, as they apply to classroom practice. The book is written with the full support, and the ethical guidance of the author of 'An Ethic of Excellence: Building a Culture of Craftsmanship with Students', Ron Berger. Each chapter exemplifies the active ingredients for each of the key principles and underpins them with evidence-informed practice and practical examples, from across the curriculum. The book offers case studies and insights from senior leaders and teachers on what excellence looks like, within their contexts. Whilst school improvement is never finished, the book offers a manual for identifying Berger’s principles of excellence. Through focused and evidence-informed offering, it considers how to make excellence as an ethic permanent across any school and any curriculum.

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Book SynopsisWhy do so few school improvement initiatives actually improve pupil outcomes? In this practical guide to implementing school improvement, Dr James Mannion argues that there are two main reasons. First, school leaders aren''t taught how to implement change effectively - and that''s essentially their job. Second, there are many problems with top-down change - and top-down change is our default model. Making Change Stick is a game-changing approach to improving pupil outcomes in real-world contexts. Through using a ''slice team'' to drive the process of implementing school improvement, you get much better decision-making - and you get buy-in like never before ... ''The impact has been huge ... As a school, moving forward, everything we try to implement will be done using this method because we''ve found it so successful. So go for it!'' Sarah O''Kelly, Deputy Head, Queen Elizabeth High School

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Book SynopsisIn Powering Up Children Guy Claxton and Becky Carlzon harness the design principles of the Learning Power Approach to provide a rich resource of effective teaching strategies for use in the primary school classroom. The Learning Power Approach (LPA) is a pedagogical formula which aims to develop all pupils as confident and capable learners – ready, willing and able to choose, design, research, pursue, troubleshoot and evaluate learning for themselves, alone and with others, in school and out. This approach therefore empowers teachers to complement their delivery of content, knowledge and skills with the nurturing of positive habits of mind that will better prepare students to flourish in later life. Building upon the foundations carefully laid by Guy’s first book in the Learning Power series, The Learning Power Approach, this new instalment embeds the ideas of his influential method in the context of the primary school. Guy and Becky offer a thorough explanation of how the LPA’s core components apply to this level of education and, by presenting a wide range of classroom examples, illustrate how they can be put into practice with different age groups (from the early years through to age 11) and in different curricular areas – especially relating to literacy and numeracy, but also in specific subjects such as science, history, art and PE. Suitable for both newly qualified and experienced primary school teachers.

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Book SynopsisDrawing from captivating examples, lively visuals and the latest research, Goldstein/Cacciamani's SENSATION AND PERCEPTION, 11e, takes you on an intriguing journey through the senses, equipping you with a thorough understanding of perceptual research and how the results of this research relate to everyday experiences. Reflecting the latest developments from the field, the 11th edition is packed with cutting-edge research throughout, while approximately 85 all-new full-color figures bring chapter concepts to life. In addition, the Exploration feature in MindTap -- the digital learning solution that equips you with anywhere, anytime learning tools -- enhances your grasp of key concepts by enabling you to view experimental stimuli, perceptual demonstrations and short film clips about the research being discussed.Table of Contents1. Introduction to Perception. 2. Basic Principles of Sensory Physiology. 3. The Eye and Retina. 4. The Visual Cortex and Beyond. 5. Perceiving Objects and Scenes. 6. Visual Attention. 7. Taking Action. 8. Perceiving Motion. 9. Perceiving Color. 10. Perceiving Depth and Size. 11. Hearing. 12. Hearing in the Environment. 13. Perceiving Music. 14. Speech Perception. 15. The Cutaneous Senses. 16. The Chemical Senses. Appendix A: Methods of Adjustment and Constant Stimuli. Appendix B: The Difference Threshold. Appendix C: Magnitude Estimation and The Power Function. Appendix D: The Signal Detection Approach.

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Book Synopsis‘Adrian Bethune is an inspiration and this book should be required reading for everyone involved in teaching young children.’ - Dr Mark Williamson, Director of Action for Happiness, @actionhappiness This award-winning guide for teaching wellbeing and positive mental health in primary schools is packed with practical ideas for every classroom. This timely updated edition recognises the need for more guidance in schools following pupils’ rising levels of stress, anxiety and depression due to the pandemic. Evidence has shown that happy people (those who experience more positive emotions) perform better in school, enjoy healthier relationships, are generally more successful and even live longer! Many schools and teachers are looking for accessible ways to address these mental health problems in young people, and this revised edition is the essential tool needed to support healthy emotional development in the primary classroom. The book includes new chapters on: - the importance of nature for health, behaviour and concentration, - digital wellbeing and helping children to navigate life online in a healthy way, - and includes updated statistics and research on mental health and wellbeing of children and teachers. In this must-read book, experienced teacher and advisor on children's wellbeing, Adrian Bethune, takes the latest evidence and research from the science of happiness and positive psychology and brings them to life. Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is packed full of tried-and-tested activities and techniques, including mindfulness, positive reflection, physical activity and acts of kindness.Trade ReviewIf you want healthier, happier children, this book is for you. Yet again, Adrian Bethune demystifies the theory of wellbeing and turns it into clear, practical advice we should all implement in our classrooms and schools. * Ben Levinson OBE, Executive Head Teacher at Kensington Primary School @mrlev *This is a wonderfully humane and useful book for teachers. Idea by idea it shows how the skills for living can be taught in practice. Beautifully written by a teacher who walks the talk. * Lord Richard Layard, Chairman of Action for Happiness *Adrian's book is one of those books that I genuinely recommend to teachers and head teachers all the time! This updated guide is a brilliant synthesis of valuable research and is brimming with practical ideas that will make a positive and life affirming difference to children and teachers alike! For schools and educators right now, this is the book you need; this is essential reading! * Rae Snape, Headteacher at Milton Road Primary School and author of The Headteacher's Handbook @RaeSnape *This is a helpful guide for teachers to think more about their and their students' well-being. * Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast @lauriesantos *This gem of a book is a must have for all who support the wellbeing of children in the primary classroom. Practical, totally accessible and full of 'positive psychology' tools which really work! * Dr Tina Rae, Educational and Child Psychologist and author of A Toolbox of Wellbeing @DrTinaRae *The timely publication of this new edition demonstrates Adrian's authorial authority as well as the impact his original work had. 'Tales from the Classroom' shows the practical application of sound research into happiness and wellbeing and the chapter on 'Neuroplasticity will be essential reading as schools develop their understanding of the mechanics of the maturing brain. A publication be well-thumbed and bookmarked! * Andrew Cowley, author of The Wellbeing Toolkit and The Wellbeing Curriculum *I thought I knew a lot about wellbeing in the classroom until I read this book, I learnt so many useful strategies that I can use not just in school, but for me as a person and a professional. I loved that the practical suggestions were backed up with research and evidence, I really think everyone working with children should read it - I'll be ordering all of our staff a copy! It's a 10/10 again for the wellbeing in schools guru! * Dave McPartlin, Headteacher Flakefleet Primary School @Dave_McPartlin *Wellbeing is more important and relevant than ever; Adrian’s book brings this to the forefront of discussion whilst giving so many fun ideas you can incorporate into your classroom and practice. * Emily Weston, Year 5 and 6 Teacher @primaryteachew *Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is an essential guide for schools dedicated to nurturing the wellbeing of their students. I urge all headteachers and school leaders to explore this book, as its wisdom can revolutionise our approach to education, making our primary classrooms havens of happiness and positivity. * Headteacher Chat *Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom is an essential guide for schools. I urge all headteachers and school leaders to explore this book, as its wisdom can revolutionise our approach to education. * Headteachers Chat *

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Book SynopsisWritten under the guidance and with the support of Dylan Wiliam, Kate Jones writes about five formative assessment strategies in action in the classroom, with a foreword from Professor John Hattie. Building on the highly successful work of Wiliam and Siobhan Leahy, ideas are shared and misconceptions with formative assessment are addressed with lots of practical advice. Formative assessment in action focuses on five evidence-informed strategies that the teacher can use to support their learners to make progress. Formative assessment can help both the teacher and student understand what needs to be learned and how this can be achieved. During the learning process, formative assessment can identify students' progress as well as highlighting gaps in their knowledge and understanding, therefore giving the teacher useful insight as to what feedback and instruction can be provided to continue to move learners forward. Formative assessment takes place during the learning process. It continually informs the teacher and student as to how learning can move forward as it is happening. This is different to summative assessment, which focuses on the evaluation of student learning at the end of the process. There's a range of case studies from different subjects and key stages to show how formative assessment can be embedded across a curriculum successfully.

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Book SynopsisA Creative Approach to Teaching Science Outdoors is filled with exciting and innovative ways to teach the National Curriculum for primary physics, chemistry and biology from Years 16 all in the great outdoors!This book is jam-packed full of activities and ready-made ideas with a creative edge, like using racing leaves' to teach about physics and movement and audio trails' to learn about sound waves. The lesson plans are all curriculum-linked and aimed at engaging children and encouraging them to think critically and scientifically. Tried and tested by expert authors, every activity uses materials which can easily be found outside or around the home and is adaptable for every setting no matter how much or little green space you have!Teaching outdoors has proven benefits for mental health and wellbeing and creates natural links to talking about the environment and climate change in a fun and accessible way. This book is a must-have for teachers looking to inspire their pupils and show children that science is truly everywhere!

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Book SynopsisAccording to a professional association of 67,000 pediatricians, the lifelong success of children is based on their ability to be creative and to apply the lessons learned from playing. But play-including physical activity, the arts, and even free play-is being eliminated in our society and schools and despite huge financial investment these education policies have not improved learning. In Let the Children Play, the authors, both fathers of school-age children, tell how switching countries -- Pasi Sahlberg brought his Finnish family to the United States, while William Doyle brought his American family to Finland -- shocked them into writing this book. With research breakthroughs and case histories from Finland, China, Singapore, Scotland, New York, Texas, and around the world, the authors reveal how intellectual and physical play is the ultimate engine of transforming education -- the key to giving our children the well-being, happiness, and skills they need to thrive in the 21st centTrade ReviewReview from previous edition The definitive account of how educational policy-makers, presumably well-intentioned, have gone completely astray, in the United States and elsewhere, along with a vivid and convincing account of how to restore play to its proper place in the lives of children. * Howard Gardner, Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education *Inspirational, well written, and superbly documented, this book is a gift to the next generation. Adding play back into children's hurried and stressed lives might just be the elixir that will help them thrive in a workforce of thinkers, innovators, and collaborators. Thank you Doyle and Sahlberg for giving us a road map so that we can put our educational systems back on course. * Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Lefkowitz Faculty Fellow in Psychology at Temple University *Sahlberg and Doyle whack us in the head with the reality that 21st Century skills require old-fashioned learning as children. Play is the analog of life - observing the world, identifying challenges, taking risks, failing, problem-solving again and again, struggling to find consensus with others, absorbing defeats with grace and celebrating victories with exuberance. What builds successful adults is the ability to rise undaunted to opportunities, build relationships, feed curiosity and seize the joy that is at the heart of learning and of living! * Michael Rich, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and author of Ask the Mediatrician *Let the Children Play should be in the hands of every single teacher, parent and policy maker who touch the lives of the children they serve. Sahlberg and Doyle clearly articulate and demand that we wake up and finally acknowledge that children have the fundamental right to play in school. This is a compelling vision of the power of play and what we can do to ensure it comes off the 'endangered species' list and back into every school around the world. * Michael J. Hynes, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools for the Patchogue-Medford School District in New York *Let the Children Play is a passionate, eloquent and substantiated argument for a radical change of priorities in how many parents, educators and policymakers provide for the education, health and well being of children. * Sir Ken Robinson *We have undervalued the role of play in school to our own detriment as educators, and that of our students. In a culture where standardized testing has crowded out inquisitiveness and play, our students don't get an opportunity to tinker and experiment without high stakes judgments. Without play, teachers don't get to learn from watching their students be unbound by their inner creative selves. When children play, we observe the possibility of their imagination, and retool our structured classroom learning to create activities that model the authentic play and joy of students. It's a missed opportunity to learn from a feedback loop on what comes naturally to children. Play can liberate the power of inquiry in classrooms, that ironically can produce better test scores. Kudos for being so bold with this book! * Eric Contreras, Principal, Stuyvesant High School, New York City *Play develops our imagination and capacity to collaborate and is what makes us human. Sahlberg and Doyle have written a brilliant and compelling manifesto for bringing play back into the lives of children. Let the revolution begin! * Tony Wagner, best-selling author of The Global Achievement Gap and Creating Innovators *Insightful... An excellent offering for parent activists, education students, and school administrators. * Library Journal *The book convincingly shows the reader that all children deserve to grow physically, emotionally, academically and socially--the benefits of real play nurture the soul as well as the development of the whole child. What's more important than that? * School Administrator Magazine *Table of ContentsSir Ken Robinson: Foreword 1: The Coming Golden Age of Childhood 2: A Tale of Two Fathers 3: The Learning Power of Play 4: The GERM that Kills Play 5: An American Tragedy: The Death of Recess 6: The Global War on Play 7: The Great Play Experiments 8: Play in the Schools of Tomorrow 9: The Global Play Summit Appendices 1: The Declaration of Play - Call to Halt the War on Childhood 2: The Play Stages of a Child's School Life 3: 7 Steps to Help Children and Schools Thrive 4: Play Recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics

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Book SynopsisThis photocopiable book is full of innovative, user friendly, exciting and unusual activities that promote creative thinking and problem solving skills for 5-7 year olds.

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Book SynopsisLearn how to tell stories for entertainment, teaching, coaching, healing or making meaning. It contains a wealth of stories, exercises, questions, tips and insights to guide your storytelling path, offering time-tested and trusted ways to improve your skills, overcome blocks and become a confident and inspirational storyteller.

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Book SynopsisThis essential guide provides clear and comprehensive support for those looking to introduce creative woodwork into early years settings. With theory, practical advice, stunning colour images and case studies, the book will inspire practitioners to embrace woodwork and encourage childrenâs independent creative learning.Focusing on the numerous benefits that working with wood offers young children, from boosting their self-esteem and problem-solving skills, to enhancing their communication and social development, the author draws on over 25 years of experience to discuss each and every aspect of establishing woodwork in the early years curriculum. Including practical information on materials and tools, staff training, and health and safety advice, this go-to guide provides a treasure trove of ideas to engage children at various stages of development, drawing the maximum benefit from working with wood and tools.Both inspiring and informative, Learning Through Woodwork will become an essential tool for early years practitioners and teachers wishing to explore and develop woodwork provision.Trade Review"The benefits that working with wood offers young children shine through in this timely and informative book that will become a mainstay of your setting."Neil Henty, Early Years Educator Magazine, UK."Every so often a book is written that helps practitioners to develop their work in deep and far reaching ways. This is that sort of book."Tina Bruce CBE, University of Roehampton, UK."With 25 years of experience, the author draws on practical examples, revealing a treasure trove of ideas to put into practice, as well as advice on materials and tools, and staff training."Neil Henty, eye"The book is carefully structured to guide the reader through a detailed rationale for teaching and learning through woodwork; these concepts build in a natural way as the book progresses, and are all underpinned by theoretical and pedagogical perspectives, as well as being placed within historical and current contexts. The case studies, as well as the photographic illustrations, interspersed throughout the chapters, all emphasise key principles for good practice, and bring the themes to life. The snippets of conversation and dialogue, recorded from conversations with children engaged in the projects, cannot fail to demonstrate the deep learning and thoughtful and reflective comments that children are capable of under the right conditions. As readers, Moorhouse gives us an insight into how his philosophy, and his vision for what is possible, can be made into a reality in any classroom or setting. The tone of the book is spot on, and speaks to the reader, making us feel as though we are being well advised by someone who understands."Susan Ogier, University of Roehampton, UKTable of ContentsAuthor’s Note Disclaimer Foreword – Tina Bruce CBE Preface – Rachel Edwards Author’s Biography Chapter 1 – Introduction: Why woodwork? Chapter 2 – Historical and pedagogical context Chapter 3 – Learning and Development Chapter 4- Equal opportunities Chapter 5 – Adult support Chapter 6 - Getting started Chapter 7- Extended learning projects Chapter 8 – Health and Safety Chapter 9 – Final words… Reference notes Bibliography List of case studiesResources & suppliers

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Book SynopsisNo matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won''t fail to inspire and engage all learners._______________ Do you need ready-to-use, fun and engaging ideas for supporting students with dyslexia in your classroom? Then look no further! Designed for busy secondary school teachers, this book is packed with tried-and-tested activities to integrate into your lesson plans that you can use straight away.There are ideas specific to secondary subject areas, including English, maths and PE, plus loads of practical advice on key areas of personal development, from self-esteem and staying motivated to effective study skills.This is the perfect companion fTrade ReviewGavin Reid and Shannon Green’s creation ‘100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Supporting Children with Dyslexia’ is the perfect companion and resource stimulus for all secondary teachers who are concerned with their students' learning needs and strategies. This book will help to facilitate and support learning methodologies and enable effective learning in the secondary school and will help teachers 'get it right' for students with dyslexia. - Nick Guise, Support for Learning and Specialist Teacher, Loretto Senior School -- Nick Guise, Support for Learning and Specialist Teacher, Loretto Senior School

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Book SynopsisThe 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting.Jamie Victoria Barnes, creator of The Childcare Guru, uses her wealth of knowledge to present an invaluable resource filled with activities that spark creativity and encourage development and learning in a natural environment, perfect for helping young children enjoy a healthy and balanced lifestyle.The benefits of rich outdoor learning experiences are second to none. Outdoor learning offers holistic development for every child and in a fast-paced world heavily focussed on technology, forest schools provide a stimulating and relaxed environment to learn in, away from time pressures and electric devices. <Trade ReviewThis book is 64 pages of pure loveliness, and it encompasses all that is wholesome about nature, and children, and learning. Activities are simple and uncomplicated and imaginative, and yet they still manage to be engaging and interesting. They cover every single aspect of children’s learning and development without being bogged down with the EYFS framework and outcomes. It is, quite literally, a breath of fresh air. * 4* Winner at the Teach Early Years Awards *This is a lovely book that will inspire the reader to look at the outdoors with fresh eyes and can contribute to the children’s mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. -- Mary Mountstephen * SEN Magazine *

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Book SynopsisAn insightful book for school leaders, it offers support to address the demands and pressures faced by leaders when they come into post and provides top tips for getting a school to ‘outstanding’ status (and keeping it there!). Peter Hughes, the CEO of Mossbourne Federation, explains his journey of breaking barriers in education and running one of the most successful schools in the country. By reflecting on his career, he offers up a blueprint for successful leadership in schools. From recruitment to improving attainment, being mission-driven to knowing when to take risks, the book provides a replicable framework of support for leaders throughout, and gives practical tips and examples of practices that are proven to work. The recurring themes of persistence, risk and motivation inspire the reader to understand what it means to be an exceptional school, and the examples and strategies provided help the reader to walk away with actionable steps to build upon their own leadership skills and sustain an ‘outstanding’ school status.Trade ReviewAs a Headteacher, Principal and latterly CEO of local Hackney secondary schools for over twenty years I have seen and taken inspiration from the success of The Mossbourne Federation. The insights this book provides into the background, principles and leadership approach that have helped shape sustainable school excellence across our system are essential reading for anyone serious about changing the lie chances of disadvantaged young people. -- Mark Emmerson, CEO City of London Academies TrustThis is a very readable book, which I found hard to put down (despite the graphs and references to mathematics!). Peter took over the iconic Mossbourne from Sir Michael, which was a hard act to follow for anyone. This book gives a terrific insight into the moral purpose and skill that drove Peter to take Mossbourne to the next level. Peter explains his route into teaching, drawing on his life experiences to exemplify challenges in teaching and giving suggestions as to how to overcome these challenges. I would highly recommend this book to all in education but particularly anyone in leadership and those considering leading a trust. -- Dame Joan McVittie, Education consultant * Dame Joan McVittie, Education consultant *Outstanding School Leadership is a fantastic read. Peter really gets under the skin of how you take a school and make it great. His insightful practical advice and guidance offered through this very sage read are hugely supportive, reassuring and, if applied correctly, can support other leaders to transform their own school settings. A must read! * Sam Strickland, Principal/CEO and Author *

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Book SynopsisThe Teacher Toolkit Guides turn the theory of education into practical ideas for your classroom. From Ross Morrison McGill, bestselling author of Mark. Plan. Teach. and Teacher Toolkit, this book highlights the importance of questioning in challenging pupils, checking for understanding, identifying gaps in knowledge, improving recall and ultimately encouraging learners to analyse, evaluate and actively engage in learning.By simplifying the theory and offering original ideas proven to have an impact in the classroom, The Teacher Toolkit Guide to Questioning provides teachers with an invaluable resource to refine this key element of their practice.The Teacher Toolkit Guide to Questioning was Highly Commended in the Assessment category at the Teach Secondary Awards 2023.------------------The Teacher Toolkit Guides turn the theory of education into practical ideas for your classroom.Each book in the Teacher ToolkitTrade ReviewIt can be hard to find education books where the majority of the content can be utilised in practical PE. With this book it is not the case, each chapter has a clear explanation of the research behind the idea, a practical idea, a worked example (with handy QR codes) and a template for use to plan your own implementation of the strategies. This makes it relevant and impactful. * Miss A Smyth, Trust Wide Subject Lead for Physical Education, David Ross Education Trust *Many people think they know all about questioning just by the high volume that they ask each day without really knowing about the process. * Kaye MacIver, Regional Director of Learning, Vietnam and Thailand, International Schools Partnership Limited *A no-nonsense approach to teaching and to effective questioning. This book is not just for teachers. Trainees, NQTs, Cover supervisors and LSAs will find Ross's methods invaluable on their day-to-day job. Everyone has a lot to win and learn from this. * Andrea Ramalhete, former cover supervisor and current trainee teacher *Ross cuts through the noise of an extensive evidence base to provide yet another compelling and practicable guide to one of the most powerful tools at a teacher’s disposal – a must-read for any teacher. * Dr Martin Rigby, Deputy Principal, Runshaw College *All teachers must read this book. Questioning should be a major tool in our teaching toolkit and this book is full of strategies to increase both hard thinking and student engagement. * Maria Bateson, KS5 Science Lead, The Charter School East Dulwich *Great professional development resource for new educators and experienced educators alike. This guide to questioning explores the how and the why as well as providing clear worked models, examples, and templates... An easy read from start to finish and chapters of interest can easily be visited, an important factor for busy educators. * Kelly Nicholson, Curriculum Manager and Advanced Teaching Practitioner in Further Education *‘I’m just finishing my second year ECT and I wish I had this book at the beginning of my teacher training journey. The way that it explains not only how but why has given me a whole new appreciation for getting the most out of my students using these questioning techniques. As I take over lead of my subject I will be embedding many of these ideas into my lessons going forward next year... Another brilliant addition to my Teacher Toolkit library!’ * Trish Duncan, Lead of Careers and Business, Highworth Warneford School Swindon *Absolutely delighted with this book... Clear, concise and easy to read as ever. We will be using this as our questioning 'bible' moving forward. * Michael Evans, Assistant Area Head of Mathematics at Colchester Institute *This inspirational book provides a practical and grounded approach to incorporating evidence-based strategies for refining questioning, identifying knowledge gaps, and developing improved retention and recall of knowledge in the classroom. * Al Lewis, Assistant Headteacher, Crickhowell High School *Another excellent book from Ross. This fantastic guide to questioning is steeped in theory, giving practical and readily useable questioning technics to ensure effective classroom practice. * Mrs Jane Dunnett, Deputy Headteacher, The Robert Napier School *Ross has added yet another must-read for teachers to further enhance one of the most important, and most taken for granted strategies in the teacher toolkit - questioning. This book provides a concise analysis of the evidence base before taking the reader through a methodical approach to enable them to trial questioning techniques in the classroom with ease. * Jamie Watkinson, Assistant Principal at John Leggott College *There are plenty of good ideas that can be used directly in the classroom. Equally helpful is the structure provided in the book to help support each technique. * Warren Rodricks, Head of Assessment at the Harrodian School *This book - with its illustrations and worked examples - will allow teachers to consider these ideas; plan which students, classes and lessons or topics will suit questioning styles best and hopefully ensure that all students feel involved in the thinking and knowledge development which brings learning to life. * Rebecca Moody, Assistant SENCO and English teacher, The Holmesdale School *This resource is an essential guide to asking questions in any and every context! Whether as a teacher, lecturer, assessor, or even a (sports) coach, Ross has written a go-to resource to make the process of questioning more effective and impactful. * Jon Wyse, Elite Sport Manager at Loughborough College *It is refreshing to be offered solutions by an expert who 'just gets it'... This book will help to embed a staunch questioning culture, refine practice, increase challenge, reduce threat and strengthen pupil understanding. Every educator should own a copy of this book. * Sarah Lewtas, primary teacher at Oak Trees MAT *Underpinned by strong research and practical examples from the EYFS classroom upwards, allow a master educator to help you reframe your questioning. Feeling the different vibe across my class already! * Rosemary Arnold-Knights, supply teacher at Engage Education *Once again Ross McGill has produced an excellent informative and educational book that will be of use across the profession from new teachers to people like myself who've been in education for many, many years. * Andrea Rason, English, Maths and ICT teacher at The Sheffield College *I would recommend this handbook to all teachers; regardless of experience, there are tweaks you will immediately make to your practice that will increase your ability to use questions to efficiently check for and deepen understanding. I cannot wait to plan professional development for our teachers using the “bringing it all together” section, of course! * Anna Chidzey, Primary Deputy Head at British International School Riyadh *This is a book that schools should ensure all teachers have a copy of. Easy to read, simple to understand and practical use in the classroom. Just what busy teachers need! * Clare Anderson Au, Head of Senior School at Dulwich College Beijing *

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Book SynopsisAs part of the discovery of cognitive science, teachers are waking up to the powers of dual coding - combining words with visuals in your teaching. But cognitive scientists aren't graphic designers, and so their books don't show teachers how to be competent in producing effective visuals. There is a huge gap between what we know about dual coding and the skills needed to practice it effectively in the classroom. Until now.Dual Coding With Teachers is a breakthrough educational book. No other book has been designed with both cognitive science and graphic principles in mind. Every page contains diagrams, infographics, illustrations and graphic organisers. The book is designed to cater for both the busy teacher in a rush, as well as the research-hungry colleague. Over 35 teachers, teacher developers, psychologists and information designers are profiled, each with a double-page spread, highlighting their dual coding practice.The author, Oliver Caviglioli, is uniquely placed to bridge the gap between education and graphic design. A former special school head teacher, Oliver learned design principles from an early age from his architect and typographer father. Four decades of reading educational research has found its visual expression in this spectacular, image-rich book.Trade ReviewOliver has delivered a monumental work on a subject - the dual coding theory - that he's eminently capable of delivering. He is driven by the desire to spread his knowledge to all of us in the learning business so that we can all do our work better. --Paul A. Kirschner, Distinguished University Professor at the Open University of the Netherlands and Visiting Professor of Education at the University of Oulu, Finland

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Book SynopsisA longtime student favorite, Anderson/Moyer/Chichirau's bestselling PUBLIC POLICYMAKING explains public policy fundamentals by emphasizing the process behind the creation of legislation. As you examine each individual step of the policymaking process -- from policy formation and budgeting to implementation and impact -- you will gain a thorough understanding of how different factors influence public policy creation. In addition, each chapter features at least one case study that illustrates how general ideas are applied to specific policy issues. Reflecting the latest research and developments from the field, the new Ninth Edition provides current coverage of the 2020 election, the COVID-19 pandemic and more. The text is packed with examples and its student-friendly format helps you easily see how chapter concepts relate to your everyday life.Table of Contents1. The Study of Public Policy. 2. The Policy-Makers and Their Environment. 3. Policy Formation: Problems, Agendas, and Formulation. 4. Policy Adoption. 5. Budgeting and Public Policy. 6. Policy Implementation. 7. Policy Impact, Evaluation, and Change. 8. Concluding Comments.

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Book SynopsisThere are ingredients, and then there are Ingredients. An ingredient is what we're used to thinking about in the kitchen things like tomatoes, tofu or thyme. An Ingredient is what those things are made of. There are millions of ingredients, but only eight Ingredients: Waters, Sugars, Carbs, Lipids, Proteins, Minerals, Gases and Heat.Ingredient isn't a book of recipes instead, it's about learning to see beneath the surface of food, exposing the moving parts that cause every failure and every triumph in every kitchen. You can apply the mindset laid out in Ingredient to any recipe or technique, regardless of your skill level or how you like to cook. Home cooks will feel ready to take on any recipe, and restaurant cooks will feel prepared for anything that comes out of the fire. Beginners will have a lifeline if something goes wrong, and masters will improve dishes they've been cooking for years. Fans of old-school cuisine will understand classic preparations like never before and the in

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Book SynopsisImpact helps teenage learners to better understand themselves, each other, and the world they live in.By encouraging self-expression, global citizenship, and active participation, Impact motivates students to explore who they are and who they want to be, all while learning English!

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Book SynopsisConcepts, conversation, collaborationvocabulary instruction is so much more than lists of words.More is more when it comes to students' vocabulary knowledge, and in The Vocabulary Playbook, educators in K-12 get ideas for transforming all children into curious, capable word learners. The key? Put away the word-list mindset, and embrace active modeling, peer work, and independent practice.Five modules offer direct instruction and effective routines that show how to: Select and teach only the most high-utility, transferable words that are ripe for discussion Use direct instruction to model word-solving in each content area Teach morphology in ways that invite students to apply understandings in reading, writing, talk, and listening Turn academic word-learning into a relevant experience with peer collaboration activities Create a culture of word consciousnessTrade ReviewThe Vocabulary Playbook raises the bar. The authors have captured why word learning is an inescapable part of every educator’s professional work. This indispensable book belongs on the desk of every teacher educator, classroom teacher, and in the collection of every preservice teacher. I absolutely love this book! -- Patricia A. Edwards, Ph.D.With a focus on vocabulary instruction that incorporates a multidisciplinary approach, The Vocabulary Playbook shares tried-and-true strategies that will improve student vocabulary while embedding instruction into the fabric of a classroom and school-wide culture. -- Andy SchoenbornTable of ContentsIntroduction Module 1: Make It Intentional: A Framework for Vocabulary Instruction Module 2: Make It Transparent: How to Use Direct Instruction and Model Word Solving Module 3 Make It Transferrable: How to Harness the Power of Morphology Module 4: Make It Useable: How to Build Academic Vocabulary Through Peer Collaboration Module 5: Make It Personal: How to Promote Independence and Word Consciousness Among Students Module 6: Make Sure They Know: Assessing Word Knowledge

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Book SynopsisTo provide you with a meaningful framework for learning and understanding, this text is written with the whole child in mind and presents disorders in the context of typical development and developmental pathways. Multiple themes recur throughout the text: the continuity between typical and atypical development; risk and resilience; complex models of psychopathology; children in relationships over time; children in larger social contexts (ethnic backgrounds, neighborhoods, cultures); and the holistic nature of development (thinking about the whole child and his or her abilities and strengths as well as his or her disorder or areas of struggle). This developmental psychopathology approach, which reflects the most up-to-date understanding of child and adolescent psychopathology, will teach you to think about disorders in terms of the individual children who are coping with distress and dysfunction.Table of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Models of Child Development, Psychopathology, and Treatment. 3. Principles and Practices of Developmental Psychopathology. 4. Classification, Assessment and Diagnosis, and Intervention. 5. Disorders of Early Childhood. 6. Intellectual Developmental Disorder and Learning Disorders. 7. Autism Spectrum Disorder. 8. Maltreatment, and Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders. 9. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. 10. Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder. 11. Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorders. 12. Mood Disorders and Suicidality. 13. Eating Disorders. 14. Substance-Related Disorders Transition to Adult Disorders. Glossary. References. Name Index. Subject Index.

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Book Synopsis_______________The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting.Packed full of inspiring activities which re-invigorate and extend traditional areas of early years provision, 50 Fantastic Things to Do with a Water Tray is a must have for pre-schools and nurseries. Each activity features easy to follow step-by-step instructions with additional ideas on how to extend the activity inside and outdoors. The learning possibilities are clearly identified and practitioners can see at a glance what the children will get out of the activity.Trade ReviewThe fresh ideas which the authors have come up with for this series are super - it really is a series which should be in every Early Years setting, ready to be picked up when inspiration fails. * www.parentsintouch.co.uk *Love it, very accessible and the pictures make it really engaging. -- Jennie Johnson * CEO, Kids Allowed *My staff all follow Alistair Bryce Clegg and have used so many of his ideas already, so they certainly found the book to be full of exciting ideas. -- Rachel Thomas * Manager, Portico Day Nurseries Ltd *

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Book SynopsisNo matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won''t fail to inspire and engage all learners._______________No notice inspections are something every teacher now has to be prepared for. This accessible book provides strategies to embed into your everyday teaching to ensure your English lessons are consistently outstanding every day, whether you are being observed or not. Dip in and pick an idea to use as a starter or develop a whole lesson plan from the practical, step-by-step activities included.The ideas will help your students develop strong foundation skills in spelling, punctuation, reading and writing as well as learning how to work togeTrade ReviewA wonderfully varied selection of top ideas to make your English lessons the best they can be. Packed full of practical gimmick-free ideas that any teacher would appreciate. A joy to read cover to cover or simply dip in and out of when you are in need of some inspiration. A go-to book for all English teachers. * Sarah Findlater, English teacher, assistant principal and literacy coordinator @MsFindlater *Mary Myatt's experience as an Ofsted inspector is invaluable in putting right some myths. Get this on your reading list! * Alex Quigley, English teacher and assistant head, @HuntingEnglish *Table of ContentsPart 1: Setting the scene/ Part 2: Ofsted expectations/ Part 3: Speaking and listening/ Part 4: Reading/ Part 5: Writing/ Part 6: Fiction/ Part 7: Non-Fiction/ Part 8: Poetry/ Part 9: Drama/ Part 10: Spelling, punctuation and grammar

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Book Synopsis''Clever, comprehensive and current... a book I''ll be returning to again and again.'' Stuart Pryke''Every English teacher will get huge value from this timely book.'' Alex QuigleyThe ultimate guide to teaching English in a secondary school, this book supports you on your journey from trainee to head of department and everything in-between. Succeeding as an English Teacher provides practical guidance in an accessible format to help you teach English at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. It covers key topics, including:- planning a knowledge-rich and diverse curriculum and schemes of learning- delivering engaging and effective lessons- advancing your subject knowledge- supporting students with revision- applying the science of learning in your English classroom.This book is perfect for any newly qualified or experienced teacher looking to develop their practice and progress in their career. Featuring the varied perspectives of 12 English teachers, this unique compilation offerTrade ReviewSucceeding as an English Teacher is like having unfettered access to the wisdom and warmth of the ideal English department. Each chapter is comprehensive whilst still accessible, informed by theory and eminently practical. Every English teacher will get huge value from this timely book. -- Alex Quigley * author of 'Closing the Reading Gap' and content manager for the EEF *Succeeding as an English Teacher is clever, comprehensive and current. From extremely useful advice on early career teaching to becoming a head of department and everything in-between, this is a book I'll be returning to again and again. -- Stuart Pryke * English teacher and co-author of Ready to Teach: Macbeth, @SPryke2 *Here’s a book that takes me straight back to my English teacher roots. Succeeding as an English Teacher brims with enthusiasm for the job, conveys important ideas with a lightness of touch, and is packed with practical advice. -- Geoff Barton * former English teacher, and now General Secretary, Association of School & College Leaders *This is a fantastic book that should be in every secondary English department. Along with tips on resources, teaching and learning, the book also supports teachers on 'how' to develop the curriculum to support positive outcomes. -- @digicoled * UKEdChat *

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Book SynopsisLearn how group dynamics theory applies in the real world with the help of this best seller. GROUP DYNAMICS, 7th Edition, covers all major theories and topics pertaining to group and team processes. Focus on what's most important with clearly organized chapters and highlighted key points, and see how to apply concepts to actual groups through extended case studies -- one in every chapter. The author draws on examples from a range of disciplines including psychology, management, law, education, sociology, and political science to help you develop a deeper understanding of each topic that you'll take with you beyond the classroom.Table of Contents1. An Introduction to Group Dynamics. 2. Studying Groups. 3. Inclusion and Identity. 4. Formation. 5. Cohesion and Development. 6. Structure. 7. Influence. 8. Power. 9. Leadership. 10. Performance. 11. Teams. 12. Decision Making. 13. Conflict. 14. Intergroup Relations. 15. Groups in Context. 16. Growth and Change. 17. Crowds and Collectives.

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Book SynopsisThe expert’s guide to making LISC work for you! Learning intentions and success criteria can have an enormous positive impact on student learning—you know that, in theory. This practical how-to guide helps turn that theory into practice. In over twenty years of research, Shirley Clarke has found that the key to understanding, creating, and implementing learning intentions and success criteria is to focus on the process of learning rather than the product, or end result. Here she shows you: • How to phrase learning intentions, organize and plan for them, and share them with students • How to create success criteria to fit each learning intention • How to adapt these practices to different disciplines—with examples • Implementation strategies based on real-life teacher success stories Let the expert do the research for you. With Shirley’s guidance, you’ll discover a simple process that leads to teacher clarity—and student success.Table of ContentsForeword Preface The Background and Lead-Up to This Book How This Book Is Organized Acknowledgments PART I: SETTING THE SCENE Chapter 1: Summary of the Key Messages Why the Move From Product to Process? What We Know About Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Chapter 2: Learning, Not Doing: The Evidence Clarity Knowing How to Get There The Evidence for Learning Intentions and Success Criteria PART II: LEARNING INTENTIONS: A CLOSER LOOK Chapter 3: Planning the Learning The Big Picture Knowledge and Skills The Differences in Planning for Primary and Secondary Getting the Wording Right Chapter 4: Sharing Learning Intentions With the Students In-Lesson Organization In-Lesson Feedback and Evaluation The Impact of Sharing and Clarifying Learning Intentions PART III: SUCCESS CRITERIA: A CLOSER LOOK Chapter 5: Process Success Criteria: A Framework for Learning and Self-Regulation Defining Process Success Criteria Planning Process Success Criteria for Skills Writing Learning Intentions and the Implications for Their Success Criteria Include Knowledge Key Points Alongside Skill Success Criteria Everlasting Learning Intentions Chapter 6: Co-Constructing Success Criteria Why Take the Time to Co-Construct? Strategies for Whole-Class Co-Construction Examples of Co-Constructed Success Criteria Across All Ages and Subjects What Happens to the Co-Constructed Success Criteria? The Impact of Co-Constructed Process Success Criteria Chapter 7: Planning a Lesson Follow the Path for Skills, Knowledge, or Both How Do Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Work in the Flow of a Lesson? PART IV: DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SUBJECTS Chapter 8: Literacy: Writing Planning Graphic for Writing Skills—Open or Closed Examples of Literacy Skills With Knowledge Links Breaking Down Success Criteria for Closer Focus The Critical Issue of Quality and Knowing What Good Examples Look Like Comparing Good and Poor Examples How to Compare and Analyze Contrasting Examples of the Previous Class’s Writing Chapter 9: Mathematics Planning Graphic Examples of Lesson-Based Skill Learning Intentions and Process Success Criteria Intervention When Students Need More Support Worked Examples and the Use of Success Criteria Don’t Have Too Many Criteria! Incorporating Decision-Making Students Create Their Own Success Criteria From Specific Skill Teaching to Application Problem-Solving Chapter 10: Science The Planning Graphic From Primary to Secondary Giving the Game Away Examples of Science Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Chapter 11: History and Geography History Examples Geography Examples Chapter 12: Examples From Other Subjects Art Music Drama Design Technology PART V: IMPLEMENTATION Chapter 13: Whole-School Development A Culture for Change Support of School Leaders Resourcing Staff Meetings Timescale: What Should We Do First, Next, and So On? Whole-School Success Chapter 14: Teachers’ Anecdotes About Implementing These Strategies Anecdotes From Teachers in Learning Teams From 2017 Through 2020 . . . Final Words References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is the ultimate guide to differentiation and adaptive teaching in early years, schools and further education settings by Sue Cowley, bestselling author of Getting the Buggers to Behave. It offers over 90 practical and time-saving strategies in every classroom the revised edition, The Ultimate Guide to Adaptive Teaching, will be available from June 2025.The Ultimate Guide to Differentiation demonstrates how teachers already differentiate and adapt their teaching much of the time, in subtle and creative ways. Sue Cowley shows that we need to understand, acknowledge and celebrate the variety of approaches that teachers already use, as well as helping them to develop additional strategies. The book takes the reader through the different methods and approaches to differentiation and adaptive teaching, providing a step-by-step guide to each. It is broken down into five core areas - planning, resources, learners, teaching and assessment - aTrade ReviewSue Cowley has done a tremendous job. This book is comprehensive, balanced, eminently sensible and written with Sue's customary flair and warmth. It emphasises that effective differentiation is as much about relationships, awareness and understanding of each individual learner as it is about grand strategies. Sue offers numerous practical suggestions for how this understanding can be built and successful learning secured. -- Jill Berry, leadership consultant and former headteacher, @jillberry102Differentiation is not just a word; it's being a thoughtful and reactive teacher and making evidence-based, rational decisions. Sue Cowley manages to develop practical ideas, rooted in classroom reality, that stimulate thinking about children and their needs in an investigative process of constant reflection and refinement. -- Chris Chivers, university tutor, consultant, blogger and former primary headteacher, @ChrisChivers2The book demonstrates how teachers already differentiate much of the time, in subtle and creative ways – maybe even without knowing it. Sue Cowley shows that we need to understand, acknowledge and celebrate the variety of approaches that teachers already use to differentiate, as well as helping them to develop additional strategies. -- Parents in Touch...it prompts thought; it asks great questions; it offers ways to implement strategies, useful to the NQT and senior leader alike. -- Clare Jarmy, TESSue Cowley shows that we need to understand, acknowledge and celebrate the variety of approaches that teachers already use to differentiate, as well as helping them to develop additional strategies. -- Teacher ToolkitWhat a magical little book. Teaching student teachers how to differentiate is so hard because it is just good teaching! This book breaks these areas of good teaching down and offers snippets of useful advice. Another one for the recommended reading list. -- Chrissy Holbrey, Senior Lecturer, Leeds Beckett University, Carnegie School of EducationTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Planning Chapter 2: Resources Chapter 3: The Learners Chapter 4: The Teacher and the Teaching Chapter 5: Assessment Conclusion Bibliography

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Book SynopsisThe second edition of David Dunn''s bestselling How to be an Outstanding Primary School Teacher, now updated to reflect changes in teaching initiatives and educational policy, including valuable new content on using technology in the primary classroom.This book features lots of easy-to-introduce activities and techniques that will propel satisfactory and good lessons into the outstanding category - not just when being observed, but all the time. And the best news? It tells you how to do this without spending lots more time planning, researching and preparing ''out of this world'' lessons. David Dunn provides invaluable advice on all areas of classroom practice, from lesson planning to differentiation, questioning and assessment for learning. There are dozens of starters, plenaries and useful websites, and the author''s own website offers resources to save you even more time. A must for all primary school teachers who want to become outstanding, not just for the Trade ReviewThis book is filled to the brim with grounded, practical ideas to move your primary teaching to the next level. These are tried-and-tested suggestions, written in a warmly enthusiastic way, and they are a great read for newly qualified and seasoned teachers. * Stephen Lockyer, Enrichment Leader and Teacher *Written by an experienced primary teacher and head teacher, this book combines sage advice and a stunning range of activities to help you to improve all aspects of your teaching. It is an excellent addition to any teacher's armoury! * Paul Garvey, School Improvement Consultant and Ex-Ofsted Inspector, @paulgarvey4 *A must for all primary teachers who want to be outstanding, not just for inspectors, but for every child they teach. * Primary School Management *Student, NQT or experienced teacher – all will find this practical and down-to-earth book valuable. * Parents in Touch *Table of Contents1. The outstanding teacher … released! / 2. Relationships / 3. Planning / 4. Personalised learning / 5. Assessment for learning / 6. Classroom management / 7. Differentiation / 8. Questioning / 9. Technology in the classroom / 10. Community engagement / 11. Starters / 12. Plenaries / 13. Homework / 14. Support for teaching assistants and learning support assistants / 15. Self- evaluation and CPD / 16. Becoming outstanding and staying outstanding! Further reading and resources

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Book SynopsisThe authors of Make Just One Change argue that formulating one’s own questions is “the single most essential skill for learning”—and one that should be taught to all students.They also argue that it should be taught in the simplest way possible. Drawing on twenty years of experience, the authors present the Question Formulation Technique, a concise and powerful protocol that enables learners to produce their own questions, improve their questions, and strategize how to use them.Make Just One Change features the voices and experiences of teachers in classrooms across the country to illustrate the use of the Question Formulation Technique across grade levels and subject areas and with different kinds of learners.

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Book SynopsisThe Wellbeing Toolkit is an invaluable resource for promoting wellbeing and resilience among all school staff, thereby improving staff attendance and retention, and helping all teachers fall back in love with teaching.In this thought-provoking book, Andrew Cowley, co-founder of Healthy Toolkit (@HealthyToolkit), draws on his own experiences as a school leader to unpick the myths around wellbeing and set out a practical, authentic and values-driven model that will enable leaders to foster a positive atmosphere for the benefit of the whole-school community. With a focus on developing a culture of positivity and self-care, effectively enabling all staff members to take ownership of the wellbeing strategy and supporting and promoting healthy lifestyles, this practical guide also considers scenarios arising from potentially more stressful incidents such as a bereavement. Staff wellbeing needs to be a strategic consideration for all primary and secondary school leaders, not somTrade ReviewRooted in practical ideas that are working well in UK schools, this guide to teacher wellbeing is an incredible helping hand for teachers and school leaders looking to enable staff to thrive and strive. * Dr Pooky Knightsmith, Mental Health Advisor, Author, Speaker and Educator, @PookyH *Andrew Cowley tackles the toxic side of school culture effected by high levels of accountability and change. All school leaders need this toolkit, which offers a principled, strategic approach to wellbeing and to building authentic relationships within the school community. * Vivienne Porritt, Education and Leadership Consultant and National Leader of #WomenEd, @ViviennePorritt *Andrew Cowley provides an insightful exploration of the concept, challenges and opportunities associated with putting wellbeing at the heart of any school. He writes with passion, enthusiasm and the can-do attitude that is needed to help individuals and school leaders to find the confidence to take charge and create the culture needed to allow staff wellbeing to thrive. * Victoria Hewett, Secondary Teacher, @MrsHumanities *Cowley takes a sensible and human approach to outlining the importance of wellbeing for staff, balancing his approach between leaders and teachers. His guidance is reassuringly based on empathy, common sense and a sensitivity to the diversity of staff experiences, including advice on leading teams of parents, those undergoing fertility treatment and those seeking personal and professional fulfilment throughout life's trials. A recommended read for school leaders seeking to retain and develop staff, transforming the sometimes ambiguous concept of 'wellbeing' into practical strategies. * Emma Sheppard, Founder of The MaternityTeacher PaternityTeacher Project, @Comment_Ed *Andrew demonstrates through research the impact a lack of wellbeing can have on staff morale. Seeking to help school leaders think and question practice to develop a 'school culture for wellbeing to grow and thrive', this book is certainly a must-read. * Bretta Townend-Jowitt, Primary Headteacher, @2106Head *From principles to practice, The Wellbeing Toolkit is destined to make a huge impact on teacher recruitment and retention; it offers practical guidance on weaving wellbeing through the fabric of schools, for a healthier work-life balance. It's a game changer! * Anoara Mughal, Assistant Headteacher, @anoara_a *With The Wellbeing Toolkit, Andrew has written a book relevant to everyone who is invested in the wellbeing of their school. From a governor's perspective, this book offers valuable practical advice and guidance on how staff wellbeing can be made a priority. Drawing on his own experiences and those of others, it really is a must-have resource for every school. * Matt Young, School Governor and UK Pastoral Chat Lead, @MattGovernor *Andrew sets out a vision for what is possible when schools take a proactive approach to wellbeing. Packed with practical guidance and real-life examples, this book is a 'must-read' for heads, teachers and governors alike. * Ruth Swailes, School Improvement Advisor, Consultant and Former Headteacher, @SwailesRuth *If you want to know how to make wellbeing part of the lived and breathed culture at your school, you need to read this book. I love the 'toolkit takeaways' at the end of each chapter, giving practical ways you can embed wellbeing. Andrew has written a book that will empower teachers and leaders at all levels to take ownership of things that affect wellbeing. Highly recommended! * Adrian Bethune, Primary Teacher, Author and Education Policy Lead at The Mindfulness Initiative, @AdrianBethune *What makes The Wellbeing Toolkit an essential read for any school leader or school governor is Andrew's vast experience, his understanding of how schools work, and his candid, incredibly practical and viable suggestions for moving forward. For any educator serious about building a wellbeing culture at the heart of their school – start with this book. * Clare Erasmus, Head of Mental Health and Wellbeing at Brighton Hill Community School and Author of 'The Mental Health and Wellbeing Handbook for Schools', @cerasmusteach *A great toolkit for supporting those working in schools to improve their undertaking of wellbeing. In order to ensure we are mindful of children’s wellbeing, we need to put our own wellbeing first. It’s about learning how to be well in order to be well to learn. * Rachel Orr, ITT Tutor, Education Consultant, Teacher and Mental Health First Aider, @RachelOrr *A fabulous read, covering such a huge amount that is utterly relevant to all those who work in school settings. Andrew has created a friendly but well-researched handbook that we can all dip into and benefit from greatly. * Amy Harvey, Head of School, St. Peter's Junior School, @ms_jamdangory *A practical book on wellbeing that highlights misconceptions surrounding the topic and offers practical solutions for leaders at all stages to take on board and implement. * Maria O'Neill, Head of PSHE, eSafety Coordinator and Founder of UK Pastoral Chat, @DaringOptimist *Wellbeing is vitally important in today’s society. Andrew Cowley is an inspiration and a realist. The Wellbeing Toolkit is full of passion, strong values, principles and empowerment, and it is empirically researched, practical and accessible for all education professionals. This book should be required reading for trainee teachers, practising teachers, support staff, senior leaders, headteachers, governing bodies and trustees, stakeholders, researchers, the Department for Education and Ofsted. This book is absolutely fabulous. * Helen Dlamini, Secondary Teacher and Leader, @Artology *Describing the book as a toolkit is spot-on – this really does give school leaders the tools they need to address and resolve the issues around well-being, improving the whole environment of the school and making it a positive and welcoming place to work and learn. A great staffroom resource and ideal for staff training and reflection. * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisIn this brilliant addition to the hugely successful How To Talk... series, leading parenting experts Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish show parents how they can inspire and empower young people to learn. Using unique communication strategies, stories from parents and teachers, and cartoons that are the hallmark of their bestselling book, HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN, Adele and Elaine expertly advise how to: · Invite cooperation · Avoid the pitfalls of punishment · Effectively give praise and criticism · Engage creativity and commitment This breakthrough book reveals how adults can inspire kids to be self-directed, self-disciplined, and responsive to the wonders of learning.

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Book SynopsisInstructional Strategies for Middle and High School is an accessible, practical, and engaging methods textbook that introduces pre-service teachers to various instructional strategies and helps them to decide how and when to use these methods in the classroom.Classrooms are comprised of diverse learners, and aspiring teachers will face complex decisions about student assessment. This book offers practical suggestions for ways to integrate effective classroom management and valid assessment techniques with each instructional strategy. Key features include: Clear, step-by-step descriptions of six instructional techniques that pre-service teachers can realistically implement within the classroom setting and videos of these strategies being employed in actual middle-school classrooms; Practical suggestions for ways to integrate effective classroom management and valid assessment techniques with each instructional strategy; ConcreteTable of ContentsIntroduction Part 1: Teaching on a Solid Foundation 1. The Learner and the Classroom Learning Community 2. What Students Learn (And You Teach) 3. Preparing Learning Targets and Assessing Student Learning 4. Long and Short Range Planning Part 2: Examining Six Instructional Strategies 5. Lecture/Interactive Presentation 6. Questioning 7. Cooperative Learning 8. Simulations, Role-Play and Dramatization 9. Discussion and Debate 10. Inquiry and Student-Directed Investigations Glossary

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Book SynopsisThe Thinking Teacher offers a current and reflective resource for teachers at every level who wish to transform their thinking and their practice in the classroom. Written by teacher professional learning expert Dr. Kulvarn Atwal, the book shows teachers how they can make a positive difference to every single student they teach. He shares strategies that will empower you to navigate your way through a complex profession in a continual cycle of learning and improvement.The greatest influence on the quality of students' learning in schools is the quality of teaching. This book is based on the best available evidence of how to maximise your effectiveness in the classroom. The book includes specific examples of how to build your teaching powers through reflective practice as well as teaching strategies that will enable your students to develop as independent learners.Filled with practical strategies, Atwal encourages teachers to transform their mindsets and experiment with how they teach to improve their practice. It is essential reading for teachers at the beginning of their careers as well as anyone at any level of experience who is interested in improving their teaching.Trade ReviewI loved this book! Dr Atwal presents his central theme of the importance of professional learning and engagement at the heart of schools persuasively and in an evidence-informed manner. He describes the teacher agency that energises colleagues who feel in control of their own learning and development. The impact of this work on the overall ethos of a 'Thinking School' is clear to see. I believe that our profession would be enriched beyond measure if colleagues embraced the ideas that are explored within this book. Highly recommended! -- Dame Alison Peacock, CEO of the Chartered College of Teaching

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Sue Cowley’s bestselling book serves as a practical, up-to-date guide for early career teachers learning to navigate their first two years in the classroom. This introspective toolkit shows you how to not only survive but thrive during the first two years of your teaching career, and this latest edition provides practical new chapters on how to effectively manage your workload and gives plenty of useful teacher wellbeing tips. It reflects the introduction of the Early Career Framework along with revised material on the National Curriculum and the current Education Inspection Framework. Written in Sue Cowley's honest, accessible and down to earth style, How to Survive your First Year in Teaching is a must have for all new teachers at the start of their career.Trade ReviewA great book packed full of tips and advice to not only help you survive but to flourish in your first year! -- Andy Taylor, Senior Lecturer, tweets as Mr T @MrTs_NQTsThe most complete and honest guide to succeeding as a new teacher I've seen. Sue expertly distils every high-impact, practical strategy you’ll need to thrive in the classroom. -- Dr Tim Ennion, Director of School Improvement, Wessex MAT * Dr Tim Ennion, Director of School Improvement, Wessex MAT *

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPart I: THINKING GEOGRAPHICALLY. 1. The Power of Geography: Geographic Thinking. 2. Geographic Inquiry: Data, Tools and Technology. Part II: POPULATION AND MIGRATION PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 3. Patterns of Population. 4. Population Growth and Decline. 5. Migration. Part III: CULTURAL PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 6. Concepts of Culture. 7. Cultural Change. 8. Spatial Patterns of Language and Religion. Part IV: POLITICAL PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 9. The Contemporary Political Map. 10. Spatial Patterns of Political Power. 11. Political Challenges and Changes. Part V: AGRICULTURE AND RURAL LAND PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 12. Agriculture: Human-Environment Interaction. 13. Patterns and Practices of Agricultural Production. 14. Agricultural Sustainability in a Global Market. Part VI: CITIES AND URBAN LAND-USE PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 15. Urban Settlements. 16. The Urban Landscape. 17. Urban Living. Part VII: INDUSTRIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS AND PROCESSES. 18. The Growth and Diffusion of Industrialization. 19. Measuring Human Development. 20. Globalization, Interdependence and Sustainability.

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Book SynopsisChildren Reading Pictures: New Contexts and Approaches to Picturebooks offers up-to-date research evidence on the responses of the primary audience for picturebooks children. The new edition has retained the best of the original while expanding its scope in several directions, including the role of the art museum in helping children and their teachers to broaden and deepen their appreciation of the visual, and the significance of understanding diversity and inclusion while looking at illustrations in picturebooks, in digital form and in the art museum. In particular, the third edition: uses new case studies to bring to life exciting initiatives from teachers and art museum educators in the UK and beyond, examining the potential of picturebooks for overcoming cultural, educational, linguistic and other barriers in the classroom and in other settings continues to draw readers' attention to significant international theoretical work in the field and provideTable of ContentsIntroduction: How texts teach what readers learn: Reasons for a third edition of Children Reading Pictures Part I: The original study on children responding to picturebooks 1. The original research and guidelines for emerging researchers 2. On a walk with Lily and Kitamura: How children link words and pictures along the way 3. A gorilla with 'grandpa’s eyes': How children interpret ironic visual texts – a case study of Anthony Browne’s Zoo 4. Picturebooks and metaliteracy: Children talking about how they read pictures 5. Thinking aloud: Looking at children drawing in response to picturebooks Part II: New developments in research on children responding to visual texts 6. Young learners looking and making in the art museum and classroom 7. Psyche, Picnics and Penguin: Case studies of children responding to visual texts 8. Children reading literary apps 9. Diverse readers, diverse picturebooks, diverse responses Part III: Research and theory for a better future 10. Understanding children’s responses to picturebooks through theory and research 11. Epilogue: What children have taught us about reading pictures Afterword: Reading is marvellous anywhere

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Book SynopsisPacked with hands-on tips, Beaver/Wyatt's EARLY EDUCATION CURRICULUM: A CHILD'S CONNECTION TO THE WORLD, 8th Edition, shows you how to conduct observations and assessments, plan and implement a curriculum, set up an inclusive child-centered environment, plan developmentally appropriate activities in 11 subject areas and use technology in early learning programs. Students and experienced teachers alike will learn how to make informed decisions about curriculum content, develop creative thinking skills and effectively apply development and learning theory. Updated with the latest research and national standards, the 8th Edition presents material on brain research that underlies teaching ideas as well as information on reflective practice, intentional teaching, the environment as a teaching tool and equity and diversity. Case studies enable you to apply your knowledge to real-life issues.Table of ContentsPart I: PREPARING FOR LEARNING THROUGH ASSESSMENT, CURRICULUM, AND THE ENVIRONMENT. 1. Starting the Process. 2. Observation, Assessment, Evaluation and Documentation. 3. Creating Curriculum. 4. The Learning Environment. Part II: STEM. 5. Science. 6. Technology. 7. Engineering and Construction (Blocks and Woodworking). 8. Math. Part III: ARTS -- THE A" IN STEAM. 9. Language and Literacy. 10. Art. 11. Music. 12. Performing Arts: Dramatic Play and Social Studies. Part IV: PHYSICAL -- SENSES OF THE BODY. 13. Fine Motor and Manipulatives. 14. Large Motor and Outdoor Play. 15. Sensory Play. Appendix A: My Self: Integrated Theme-Based Unit Ideas. Appendix B: Additional Activities and Songs. Appendix C: Songs and Poems. Appendix D: Forms. Appendix E: Resources for Teachers. Appendix F: Additional Standards, Including Common Core State Contact Information. Appendix G: Professional Organizations. Glossary. References. Index."

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Book SynopsisWith more than 20 years teaching experience between them, the authors of Secondary English in Action share clear examples of a range of strategies for teachers of secondary English, summarising research and thinking on approaches within English teaching while maintaining a focus on application in the classroom to inspire enthusiasm and love for English.Not bounded by the constraints of current examination frameworks but a vision of what experiencing English should be for a student, this book covers teaching students how to use oracy appropriately, how to interpret texts fully and how to create their own texts accurately and with purpose.McConaghy and Chater make the case for the importance and value of English, along with a range of ways to promote engagement and uptake and so, whether you are beginning your journey into teacher training, working as a teaching assistant or are an experienced teacher looking for new inspiration and ideas, this is an essential guide for all En

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