Table of Contents

Introduction
Revealing assumptions about teaching and learning
Exploring the historical, cultural and political context of pedagogy
Making sense of young children′s development
Understanding knowledge and intelligence
Identifying the attributes of, and barriers to, successful learning
Creating an inclusive learning environment
Providing breadth and balance
Supporting successful learning
Assessing and planning for teaching
Building up your expertise
Facing the challenge of an unknown future

About the Author

Dr Tony Eaude was a teacher and headteacher for over 20 years, working initially in a special school and then in suburban, new town and multi-cultural primary schools. He completed a master′s degree in Educational Research Methodology and a doctorate at the University of Oxford on how teachers of four and five year-old children understand spiritual development. He now works as an independent research consultant, evaluating educational programmes, leading training, supporting teacher research and policy development and writing both for teachers and an academic audience. He teaches part-time in an urban primary school.

Reviews

Comprehensive, thought provoking yet accessible. This book is a gem and one that I shall be drawing to students attention immediately. It′s critical thinking activities and following comments should gently guide students to the processing of skills so much in demand. I look forward to more of the same calibre in this series
Lecturer, Bridgwater College