Description
Mastering Primary English introduces the primary English curriculum and helps trainees and teachers learn how to plan and teach inspiring lessons that make English learning irresistible. Topics covered include: * Current developments in English * English as an irresistible activity * English as a practical activity * Skills to develop in English * Promoting curiosity * Assessing children in English * Practical issues This guide includes examples of children's work, case studies, readings to reflect upon and reflective questions that all help to exemplify what is considered to be best and most innovative practice. The book draws on the experience of two leading professionals in primary English, Wendy Jolliffe and David Waugh, to provide the essential guide to teaching English for all trainee and qualified primary teachers.
An accessible guide on how to best teach the new primary curriculum programme of study for primary English.
About the Author
Wendy Jolliffe is retired Professor of Education and was, until recently, Head of Teacher Education at the University of Hull, UK. David Waugh is Professor in the School of Education, Durham University, UK.
Reviews
An accessible and engaging introduction to English teaching in the primary school, which addresses contemporary issues such as assessment without levels, creativity and mastery teaching. The discussion is enriched and strengthened by practical examples and references to research, with key concepts and terminology clearly explained. * Kate Allott, Senior Lecturer, School of Education, York St John University, UK *
This book provides many windows of opportunity, where new practitioners are able to learn how to secure their Primary English teaching. Whether this is by adopting a creative, or cooperative approach, developing knowledge of promoting effective Speaking and Listening or securing the skills of the four modes of language. Each chapter enlightens the reader further. * Megan Stephenson, Senior Lecturer in Primary English, Leeds Trinity University, UK. *
A clear and succinct introduction to primary English -- Emily Phipps-Morgan, Senior Lecturer in Education, Bath Spa University, UK
Book Information
ISBN 9781474295451
Author Professor Wendy Jolliffe
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 332g
An accessible guide on how to best teach the new primary curriculum programme of study for primary English.
About the Author
Wendy Jolliffe is retired Professor of Education and was, until recently, Head of Teacher Education at the University of Hull, UK. David Waugh is Professor in the School of Education, Durham University, UK.
Reviews
An accessible and engaging introduction to English teaching in the primary school, which addresses contemporary issues such as assessment without levels, creativity and mastery teaching. The discussion is enriched and strengthened by practical examples and references to research, with key concepts and terminology clearly explained. * Kate Allott, Senior Lecturer, School of Education, York St John University, UK *
This book provides many windows of opportunity, where new practitioners are able to learn how to secure their Primary English teaching. Whether this is by adopting a creative, or cooperative approach, developing knowledge of promoting effective Speaking and Listening or securing the skills of the four modes of language. Each chapter enlightens the reader further. * Megan Stephenson, Senior Lecturer in Primary English, Leeds Trinity University, UK. *
A clear and succinct introduction to primary English -- Emily Phipps-Morgan, Senior Lecturer in Education, Bath Spa University, UK
Book Information
ISBN 9781474295451
Author Professor Wendy Jolliffe
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 332g
