This book offers students a solid grounding in the core knowledge and skills of communication needed for effective practice. It takes the key theories and explains them in a systematic and practice-related way, to help undergraduate and postgraduate students develop a critical understanding of the subject.

Designed as a pragmatic guide for new teachers and those training to teach, this book is a one-stop-shop for understanding assessment in primary and secondary schools, supported by a range of policy examples drawn from the UK, Ireland and wider international contexts.

Social Groups in Action and Interaction reviews and analyzes the human group as it operates to create both social good and, potentially, social harm. It summarizes current knowledge and contemporary research, with real-world examples in succinct yet engaging chapters, to help students understand and predict group behavior. Unlike other texts, the book considers a wide range of topics such as conformity, leadership, task performance, social identity, prejudice, and discrimination from both an ...

In this second edition, the authors present new developments in the sustainability discussion and argue that a new understanding of sustainability is needed if we are to truly serve future generations ecologically, economically, and equitably. Despite the great flurry of activity around sustainability, the concept itself remains highly contested. This book argues that a new conceptualization of sustainability is needed if we are to achieve a healthful and sustainable environment for the long ...

Uneven Roads helps students grasp how, when, and why race and ethnicity matter in U.S. politics. Using the metaphor of a road, with twists, turns, and dead ends, this incisive text takes students on a journey to understanding political racialization and the roots of modern interpretations of race and ethnicity.

Effective lesson planning is a crucial skill for all primary school teachers and is key to fostering engaging and focused learning. So how can new teachers ensure that their plans are motivating and impactful so that their students can make good progress? This book serves as a comprehensive roadmap for planning dynamic and effective English lessons and clearly explains key principles and concepts that underpin effective teaching in all aspects of the primary English curriculum. Covering a wid...

This book is essential reading for students and researchers looking to formulate interesting research questions and conduct more engaging and original research.Â

This updated edition of the essential undergraduate text will introduce you to the most influential thinkers in the tradition of social theory, with a new focus on the past fifty years.

A guide to the European Union and a thorough comparison of political systems in seven key European countries.

Organizational Change: An Action-Oriented Toolkit, Fifth Edition is the ultimate guide that combines theory, practical tools, and real-world examples to awaken, mobilize, and accelerate change while ensuring sustainable growth and achieving your organization's objectives.