This reader explores the nature of interactions between children and their teachers in the classroom. It emphasises the importance of such relationships for children's learning and for educational practice.
Part 1 looks at different cultural conceptions of the teacher-learner relationship, and how this relates to schooling, cognitive development and the aquisition of knowledge.
Part 2 takes a closer look at the role of language and dialogue in interactions between adults and children in classrooms.
Part 3 describes research by developmental psychologists on peer interaction and collaborative learning, and discusses how it has advanced our understanding of how children learn from each other.
Part 4 considers the implications of classroom-based collaborative learning initiatives and the potential for creating 'communities of enquiry' which change how we think about knowledge acquisition.

About the Author
Dorothy Faulkner, Karen Littleton, Martin Woodhead

Reviews

'Overall, the book provides an up-to-date account of the power that set and setting have on children's intellectual achievement and was very enjoyable and enlightening to read.' - First Language

'... an excellent selection of readings for those interested in child development and education ... a wide-ranging, interesting and valuable resource.' - Peter K. Smith, Children & Society

Book Information
ISBN 9780415173735
Author Dorothy Faulkner
Format Paperback
Page Count 330
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 610g