Based on the author’s extensive experience in primary education, entries combine an interrogation of educational concepts with the pedagogical and practical implications for classroom practice, children’s learning and school management. This handy reference work will be invaluable to anyone currently teaching or training to teach at primary level, teaching assistants, school governors and parents. In fact it is essential reading for anyone with an interest and passion for primary education.
Assessment for Learning and Teaching in Primary Schools
This core text for primary trainee teachers is a clear introduction to the different kinds of assessment and their purposes. Throughout the book, tasks encourage the reader to practise assessment skills and to reflect on planning, listening, questioning, observing, diagnosing and target-setting. This second edition is referenced throughout to the 2007 QTS Standards and has been fully updated to reflect the Primary National Strategy and key initiatives such as Every Child Matters. There is increased emphasis on peer assessment and target-setting linked to personalised learning.
Primary Mathematics: Teaching Theory and PracticeThis invaluable coursebook is designed for all trainees working towards Qualified Teacher Status. Covering the essential skills of planning, monitoring and assessment and class management, it relates these specifically to primary mathematics. Separate sections examine management of mathematics learning and progression / misconceptions in mathematics topics.
The first of two British culture-based videos. Can accompany any course at this level or stand alone. Specifically written for primary students. Four ten-minute units filmed on location. On-screen review of key vocabulary and language at the end of each unit.
This photocopiable resource book contains a variety of games and activities designed to supplement your coursebook. • Each of the games and activities is designed to make learning fun • The material is easy to use: every activity has step-by-step instructions explaining what you need before class, how to set the activity up in the classroom and ideas for follow-up tasks.
