Thinking Through Pedagogy for Primary and Early Years

by Tony Eaude

• ISBN13: 9780857250636
• ISBN10: 0857250639
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-01-18
• Publisher: Learning Matters

Summary

This user-friendly text encourages readers to consider how children learn, and how teachers can best support their learning. It begins by asking 'what is pedagogy?' and goes on to examine the wider context including how language and education impact on pedagogy. A chapter on planning and assessment offers practical guidance for the classroom. Throughout, structured critical thinking exercises develop a range of skills enabling readers to become critical and reflective learners. The text deepens core subject knowledge and strengthens readers' critical skills, whilst maintaining a practical and accessible style.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Revealing assumptions about teaching and learning

Exploring the historical, cultural and political context of pedagogy

Making sense of young children's development

Understanding knowledge and intelligence

Identifying the attributes of, and barriers to, successful learning

Creating an inclusive learning environment

Providing breadth and balance

Supporting successful learning

Assessing and planning for teaching

Building up your expertise

Facing the challenge of an unknown future

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