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.

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.

The authors bring together the practical and the theoretical, providing an accessible introduction to using case studies. Part of a brand new series on Education Research.

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.

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.

Guidance and insights into the knowledge, values and commitments necessary to succeed in the primary classroom, supported by links to theory and research literature and realistic scenarios you may encounter as a new teacher.

This new edition brings together leading authorities from across the globe to provide a truly international perspective into educational leadership and management in school and post-school sectors.