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For generations, the study of Greek and Latin was used to train the elites of the western world. Knowledge of classical culture, it was believed, produced more cultivated, creative individuals; Greece and Rome were seen as pinnacles of civilization, and...

Christian educators and parents will learn how to use methods pioneered by Charlotte Mason to create a learning environment that encourages children's natural love of learning."When Children Love to Learn is one of the better books I've seen on the...

Responding to the growing popularity of the thesis by publication within doctoral education, this book offers practical advice and critical discussion of some of the central choices and challenges that PhD students considering dissertation options face...

What we don't know about learning could fill a book--and it might be a schoolbook. In a masterly commentary on the possibilities of education, the eminent psychologist Jerome Bruner reveals how education can usher children into their culture, though it...

Unpacking Critical Race Theory (CRT) and exploring why it has become a focus in politics across the US and the UK, White Lies uses CRT to expose the systemic racism that shapes education. It charts the coordinated campaigns – involving think tanks,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781948226035Author David EaglemanFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint CatapultPublisher CatapultWeight(grams) 584gDimensions(mm) 213mm * 152mm * 22mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780820426013Author William F. PinarFormat PaperbackPage Count 1143Imprint Peter Lang Publishing IncPublisher Peter Lang Publishing IncWeight(grams) 1590g

What will it take to create equitable educational opportunities for all students? According to veteran educator Vernita Mayfield, teachers and school leaders need to learn how to recognize culturally embedded narratives about racial hierarchy and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780425269503Author Taylor MaliFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S.Publisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 185g

Adventurous Learning interrogates the word 'adventure' and explores how elements of authenticity, agency, uncertainty and mastery can be incorporated into educational practices. It outlines key elements for a pedagogy of adventurous learning and provides...

In Teachers We Trust presents a compelling vision, offering practical ideas for educators and school leaders wishing to develop teacher-powered education systems. It reveals why teachers in Finland hold high status and shows what the country's...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780795353482Author Jamie MerisotisFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint Rosetta BooksPublisher Rosetta BooksDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 25mm

A lively and engaging guide to vital habits of mind that can help you think more deeply, write more effectively, and learn more joyfullyHow to Think like Shakespeare is a brilliantly fun exploration of the craft of thought-one that demonstrates what...

The Literary Agenda is a series of short polemical monographs about the importance of literature and of reading in the wider world and about the state of literary education inside schools and universities. The category of 'the literary' has always been...

"At a time when many schools are struggling to become more inclusive within a contradictory national policy context, this book provides some helpful practical leads. Its central message is that of the importance of developing an inclusive school culture...

How to be an Outstanding Primary Middle Leader is a compendium of research, advice, anecdotes and practical tips to help middle leaders excel in this complex and demanding role, without compromising their mental or physical health. Written by Zoe...

Continuing Joel Spring's reportage and analysis of the intersection of global forces and education, this text offers a comprehensive overview and synthesis of current research, theories, and models related to the topic. Written in his signature clear,...

_______________ "A range of blessedly non-partisan and down-to-earth nuggets of wisdom about how best to run a classroom and a school." - Guy Claxton _______________ Inspired by interviews from the popular education podcast of the same name,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780820476162Author Joe L. KincheloeFormat PaperbackPage Count 185Imprint Peter Lang Publishing IncPublisher Peter Lang Publishing IncWeight(grams) 280g

Children are born naturally mathematical, so why is it sometimes so difficult to observe children being mathematical? Why do so many of us think we are 'bad' at maths and how does this subconsciously affect the provision, experiences and opportunities we...

With numerous examples to supplement her rich theoretical discussion, Nel Noddings builds a compelling philosophical argument for an ethics based on natural caring, as in the care of a mother for her child. In Caring - now updated with a new preface and...

When it comes to talking to children and young people about sex and relationships, it is difficult to know what to say. How do you answer their questions? How much is too much? And what is age appropriate?Sex Ed for Grown-Ups is an open and honest guide...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780143108061Author Sir Ken RobinsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 320Imprint Penguin USAPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 261gDimensions(mm) 203mm *...

Mental health and well-being are becoming increasingly important areas of focus in education, yet schools often find themselves lacking the tools, time and resources to tackle the issues. Mental health support is frequently seen as an additional...

Learning Outside the Classroom outlines theory and practice that will enable and encourage teachers to systematically and progressively incorporate meaningful outdoor learning opportunities into their daily teaching activities in a wide variety of...

In 2010 the UK government imposed huge cuts and market-driven reforms on higher education. Proposals to raise undergraduate tuition fees lead to angry student-led protests. What will become of higher education under this new policy regime? The Great...

This is the new edition of the award-winning guide to social justice education. Accessible to students from high school through graduate school, this comprehensive resource includes many new features such as discussion of contemporary activism. The text...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780820471204Author Michael W. AppleFormat PaperbackPage Count 311Imprint Peter Lang Publishing IncPublisher Peter Lang Publishing IncWeight(grams) 480g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781250307774Author Heather Mac DonaldFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint St. Martin's GriffinPublisher St. Martin's GriffinWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781456458881Author John Seely BrownFormat PaperbackPage Count 142Imprint CreateSpacePublisher CreateSpaceWeight(grams) 204gDimensions(mm) 224mm * 150mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780684853567Author Diane McGuinnessFormat PaperbackPage Count 404Imprint The Free PressPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 591gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

What are the experiences of children and young people?How can we think about the challenges they face?What systems and practices can support them?How can we develop greater equality, participation and inclusion across diverse settings?This second edition...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915261533Author Daniel BuckFormat PaperbackPage Count 232Imprint John Catt Educational LtdPublisher Hodder EducationWeight(grams) 300gDimensions(mm)...

Putting Assessment for Learning into Practice is about the purpose of teaching and assessment as a means to ensuring deep, maximised, engaged and challenging learning. The simple message is good teaching can overcome bad testing and central to assessment...

Putting Assessment for Learning into Practice is about the purpose of teaching and assessment as a means to ensuring deep, maximised, engaged and challenging learning. The simple message is good teaching can overcome bad testing and central to assessment...

A Dominican-born academic tells the story of how the Great Books transformed his life-and why they have the power to speak to people of all backgroundsWhat is the value of a liberal education? Traditionally characterized by a rigorous engagement with the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781716792045Author Joss SheldonFormat PaperbackPage Count 760Imprint Lulu.comPublisher Lulu.comWeight(grams) 1098gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 42mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781624650260Author Fridolin BeisertFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Design Studio PressPublisher Design Studio PressWeight(grams) 363gDimensions(mm)...

Social pedagogical work is a field of practice that is indebted to and illuminated by aspects of knowledge from sociology and psychology, but many practitioners feel that social pedagogical theories are too abstract and distant from the challenges faced...

In this short and powerful book, celebrated philosopher Martha Nussbaum makes a passionate case for the importance of the liberal arts at all levels of education. Historically, the humanities have been central to education because they have been seen as...