Originally published in 1979, the aim of this collection of papers was to achieve greater understanding of classroom decision-making and its consequences, to identify and map existing knowledge, and to indicate where it might be augmented.
With chapters by an international team of experts on class size effects, including Maurice Galton and John Hattie, this book seeks to move toward a cl..
Using case studies derived from the ORACLE II project, the authors examine the importance of collaboration in the development of higher mental functio..
A hands-on guide to the tools and techniques required to work effectively with colleagues in mainstream schools, when defining goals, allocating respo..
Gary Thomas provides a guide for the new teams now working in the classroom. Identifying key areas of concern such as poor communication, he uses guid..
In this provocative book, David McNamara argues that a "teacher centred" approach to primary teaching is, especially in the later years, in the best i..
Ted Wragg's enlightening and comprehensive guide to the skills required of today's primary teachers. Chapters cover explaining new topics, questioning..
A wide-ranging survey of both the theoretical and practical understanding of children's behaviour in schools. It provides ideas and suggestions on the..
Brigid Smith shows how to exploit the links between writing and reading to give children the all-important experience of literacy. Whilst emphasising ..
This book provides teachers with clear advice on how to plan, resource and deliver a comprehensive programme which will challenge their pupils and ena..