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Integrating Differentiated Instruction and Understanding by Designby Carol Ann Tomlinson; Jay McTighe
ASCD 2006; US$ 25.95Discover how the integration of two of education's most powerful frameworks will help teachers impart essential knowledge and skills to the full spectrum of learners. more...
The Self-Directed Learning Handbookby Maurice Gibbons
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 30.00The Self-Directed Learning Handbook offers teachers and principals an innovative program for customizing schooling to the learning needs of individual students-- and for motivating them to take increasing responsibility for deciding what and how they should learn. Whether the students are struggling or proficient, the program is designed to nurture their natural passion for learning and mastery, challenging them to go beyond the easy and familiar so they can truly excel. The program can be introduced in stages in any middle or high school classroom and enables students of diverse abilities to design and pursue independent course work, special projects, or even artistic presentations, community field work or apprenticeships. Using this approach,... more...
Bringing the Montessori Approach to your Early Years Practiceby Barbara Isaacs
Taylor & Francis 2007; US$ 21.95Have you ever wondered what the Montessori approach is all about and whether it can be used to benefit the young children in your setting? Well this book will answer all your questions and more. more...
TeamWorkby Monique Wild; Amanda Mayeaux; Kathryn Edmonds
Stenhouse Publishers 2008; US$ 14.40In 2006 three middle school teachers from Louisiana became the first team to win the national "Teacher of the Year" prize at the annual Disney Teacher Awards. Now, through their new book, Monique Wild, Amanda Mayeaux, and Kathryn Edmonds are ready to share their successful approach with others.TeamWork: Setting the Standard for Collaborative Teaching, Grades 59 is full of captivating stories and insightful conversations. "The teamers" provide an honest and richly detailed explanation of collaborative teaching in action. They deliver the straight scoop on teaming, offering insights on these and other key topics:how to shape a shared purpose for learning by mining the talents of students and colleagues;how to build strong partnerships with... more...
Multiple Intelligences in the Classroomby Thomas Armstrong
ASCD 2009; US$ 25.95This is the third edition of Armstrong?s bestselling guide to applying multiple intelligences theory in schools. more...
Do I Really Have to Teach Reading?by Cris Tovani
Stenhouse Publishers 2004; US$ 16.00?Do I really have to teach reading?? This is the question many teachers of adolescents are asking, wondering how they can possibly add a new element to an already overloaded curriculum. And most are finding that the answer is ?yes.? If they want their students to learn complex new concepts in different disciplines, they often have to help their students become better readers. Building on the experiences gained in her own language arts classroom as well as those of colleagues in different disciplines, Cris Tovani, author of I Read It, but I Don't Get It , takes on the challenge of helping students apply reading comprehension strategies in any subject. In Do I Really Have to Teach Reading? , Cris shows how teachers can expand on their content... more...
Handbook of Qualitative Research in Educationby Sara Delamont
Edward Elgar Publishing 2012; US$ 60.00The Handbook of Qualitative Research in Education offers both basic and advanced discussions of data collection, analysis and representation of all the best qualitative methods used in educational research. It contains four comprehensive yet concise sections on perspectives, settings, data collection and data analysis and representation. Authors from North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand contribute to a wide-ranging and provocative Handbook that will inspire novice researchers and re-invigorate experienced scholars. Its 44 well-documented chapters will serve academics and graduate students in educational research across all sectors of education from pre-school to graduate school, and all settings from formal to non-formal. more...
Lenses on Reading, Second Editionby Diane H. Tracey; Lesley Mandel Morrow
Guilford Publications, Inc. 2012; US$ 35.00This widely adopted text explores key theories and models that frame reading instruction and research. Readers learn why theory matters in designing and implementing high-quality instruction and research; how to critically evaluate the assumptions and beliefs that guide their own work; and what can be gained by looking at reading through multiple theoretical lenses. For each theoretical model, classroom applications are brought to life with engaging vignettes and teacher reflections. Research applications are discussed and illustrated with descriptions of exemplary studies. New to This Edition Current developments in theory, research, and instructional practices. Useful pedagogical features in every chapter framing questions, discussion... more...
Web sites that workby Jon Smith
Infinite Ideas 2012; US$ 7.95Leading web site entrepreneur Jon Smith has condensed the secrets of his success into 52 inspiring ideas that even the most hopeless technophobe can implement. The brilliant tips and practical advice in Web sites that work will uplift and transform any website, from the simplest to the most complicated. It deals with everything from fundamentals such as how to assess the effectiveness of a website and how to get a site listed on the most popular search engines to more sophisticated challenges like creating a community and dealing with legal requirements. Straight-talking, practical and humorous, this is the ideal book to get you started on a web site revamp. No experience necessary! more...
Learning to Teachby Gill Nicholls
Kogan Page 1999; US$ 17.95Written in accordance with the Teacher Training Association and Department for Education and Employment guidelines, this text is intended to become a course reference. The author examines all modules which need to be studied in teacher training programmes and takes account of the Labor government's plans for teacher education. more...









