Social and Emotional Learning is currently a dominant theme in education systems across the world. This book is the first truly balanced, critical appraisal of this important field.

A practical introduction for those training in the field of career development, career counselling and career coaching. Brought to life through engaging case studies and reflective questions, this book introduces the key skills and techniques and shows how various models used in career conversations look in practice.

There has been a huge growth of interest in action research in educational settings over the past 20 years across the Americas, Europe, Australia and Africa - this Handbook provides a scholarly reference text that will inform the development of the field.

Essential course reading that draws on contemporary research on the brain and mind to provide a comprehensive overview of the central aspects of young children's health and well-being - a key component of the revised EYFS curriculum. Coverage includes key areas like attachment theory and brain development.

Supports and inspires practitioners on how to research their implementation of meaningful and sustainable change in early childhood contexts.

A complete guide to the mandatory units of the new Certificate in Education and Training.

Taking a multidisciplinary approach, this book explores what it means to be a 21st century child. Enduring topics as well as new concepts of childhood are unpicked to see how they influence practice, policy and education in an ever changing environment.

Using clear explanations and cases, this must-have resource shows how formative assessment can improve student learning. Included are lesson plans and ideas for easy implementation.

Focussing on both the Early Years and Primary phases, this books provides trainee teachers with all they need to know about a career in teaching.

Teach history lessons that tell more than one story and that speak to and engage all of the children in your class.