Reflective Practice in Education and Training (Achieving QTLS)

This is a practical guide to reflective practice for teachers and trainee teachers in the Further Education and skills sector. Reflective practice is a key element of teaching and this comprehensive and accessible guide introduces and explains this area of practice for trainee and new teachers. It asks 'what is reflective practice?' and includes an exclamation of the processes of reflection and tips on reflective writing. Many trainees and new teachers need support in reflective practice. Written for all those working towards Qtls, this text gives practical guidance on how to become a reflective practitioner and examines how this relates directly to teaching in the Further Education and skills sector, and how reflection can benefit teaching. This second edition includes new chapters on 'reflective teaching and learning' and 'reflection-re-action', a new Theory Focus feature.

Studies in Informal Learning

This book has been written for those studying any degree in Education, such as Contemporary Education, Education Studies, Learning Support, or Early Years. It has been designed to enable students to familiarise themselves with the format and structure of Research Projects or Dissertations by way of exemplars. The exemplars presented in the collection are 'real life' reports, written by students in the final year of their studies. Requirements of different institutions may vary to some extent; however, the principles of writing a research project remain constant. It is our belief that this publication will enable those embarking on their final year of study the groundings they need to be successful in their endeavours.

Researching Early Years

The provision of quality Early Years education and care is high on the political agenda on a global scale. Researching Early Years highlights particular aspects of this provision, as it explores the importance of the development of language and communication skills in children, play and risk-taking, and school readiness. The publication contains exemplar assignments and dissertations from students on Foundation Degrees and BA programmes in Early Years who are also practitioners, thus offering an insightful perspective.

Comparative Education

This publication offers a range of exemplar papers comparing aspects of educational provision, such as Early Years, Inclusion and Lifelong Learning, in England to that in Sweden, Japan, Ghana, Germany, Australia and Ireland. The different approaches adopted demonstrate a clear insight into the purposes and challenges of Comparative Education.

Academic Skills

Academic Skills is a book designed to support students embarking upon their first year of a degree course. It offers advice on topics such as styles of writing, how to structure assignments, give presentations, preparing for exams and searching for academic material.

Action Research Projects: Contemporary Education Studies

Action Research is an effective tool for teachers, and those in an educational role, to improve their practice. This publication offers 'real' exemplar reports conducted in a range of educational environments, including Infant, Primary and Secondary schools, as well as a college for Further Education.

Research Projects and Dissertations

Writing a Research Project or Dissertation can be a daunting prospect. This publication offers students studying for any degree in Education, such as Contemporary Education, Education Studies, Learning Support or Early Years Education, an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the format and structure of Research Projects or Dissertations. The exemplars presented in this collection are ‘real life’ reports, written by students in the final year of their studies. Requirements of different institutions may vary to some extent; however, the principles of writing up a research project remain constant. It is our belief that this publication will enable those embarking upon their final year of study the groundings they need to be successful in their endeavours.

Contemporary Education Studies

This book has been written for students who are embarking on their educational research proposal. It is divided into two parts: part one offers the elements of a research proposal . This step by step approach explains how the process is organised and how a proposal is set out. Key terms are explained drawing on relevant literature, supported by specific examples. Part two of the book offers six exemplars of educational research proposals, written by students enrolled on a degree programme in Education.

Writing your MA literature review

Writing a Literature Review at Masters Level can be a daunting prospect. This publication offers students studying for an MA an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the format and structure of a Literature Review. The exemplars presented in this collection are ‘real life’ reports, written by students studying for their MA. Requirements of different institutions may vary to some extent; however, the principles of writing a Literature Review remain constant. It is my belief that this publication will enable those embarking upon their Literature Review the groundings they need to be successful in their endeavours

A Collection: Contemporary Education Studies - Volume 1

Writing a Research Project or Dissertation can be a daunting prospect. This publication offers students studying for any degree in Education, such as Contemporary Education, Education Studies, Learning Support or Early Years Education, an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the format and structure of Research Projects or Dissertations. The exemplars presented in this collection are ‘real life’ reports, written by students in the final year of their studies. Requirements of different institutions may vary to some extent; however, the principles of writing up a research project remain constant. It is our belief that this publication will enable those embarking upon their final year of study the groundings they need to be successful in their endeavours.