Going beyond simply understanding the work of key theorists, this book helps the reader comprehend and recognize what learning actually looks like and how to best facilitate it in any setting. The exercises, real-life examples and chapter summaries in the book make this an accessible course text.

This book looks at the role and purpose of assessment in primary education and provides guidance and practical strategies, so students will gain a firm understanding of assessment and how to use it effectively in their teaching.

A self test tool for trainee primary teachers to help them identify their strengths and weaknesses in mathematics and to monitor and evaluate progress towards Qualified Teacher Status.

A self audit tool for trainee primary teachers to help them identify their strengths and weaknesses in science and to monitor and evaluate their progress towards Qualified Teacher Status.

Marion Dowling's much-loved book explores how to support young children's development, enabling each to develop as a unique person, in the context of current policy and the latest research.

'Making Learning Happen has been an essential read for new academic staff since it first appeared. The third edition is exceptionally welcome providing real insights into what the modern student expects, and reflecting changes in the delivery of higher education.' -Pauline Kneale, Pro Vice-Chancellor Teaching and Learning, Plymouth University

This interdisciplinary introduction to urban theory explains how the concepts that help us understand the contemporary urban experience have developed and been applied. It discusses a wide range of work - within political science, economics, g

Touching on current curriculum concerns and the wider challenges of developing high-quality science education, this book is an indispensable overview of important areas of teaching every aspiring primary science school teacher needs to understand.

Essential support to achieve the new Level 3 Award in Education and Training, which replaces PTLLS, this edition is updated to include more case studies so students can engage more closely with what it means to be a professional in the further education and skills sector.

The multi-million copy number one Bestseller. A dazzlingly urban satire on modern relationships? An ironic, tragic insight into the demise of the nuclear family?Or the confused ramblings of a pissed thirty-something? As Bridget documents her struggles through the social minefield of her thirties and tries to weigh up the eternal question (Daniel Cleaver or Mark Darcy?), she turns for support to four indispensable friends: Shazzer, Jude, Tom and a bottle of chardonnay. Welcome to Bridget's fir...