This study guide has been revised to give practical guidance on the new standards for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and updated in line with the latest special needs Code of Practice and recent legislation. It is a firm base for student teachers on all types of initial teacher education courses - PGCE, BA (QTS), BEd and modular - and for those returning to primary teaching after a career break. It also serves as a 'refresher course' for experienced teachers, especially those transferring to primary teaching from other phases of education. Sufficiently rooted in practicalities to bridge the notorious theory/practice divide, the book is challenging and inspiring. Its friendly, supportive and interactive style enables the reader to take control of the learning process and there are planning sheets, pro formas and reminders to develop effective classroom practice. Each chapter provides its own learning objectives, followed by information, insights, activities and references to other sources of information and guidance. Overall, the Guide is an excellent starting point for those who wish to become good teachers of primary school children.

This classic text provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of elementary education, with a focus on the application of these principles in real-world settings. Drawing on the latest research in the field, the author provides invaluable insights into the nature of learning and development, the role of the teacher, and the challenges and opportunities facing educators today. This book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the field of education, from classroom teachers to school administrators to policy makers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book deals with the issues and trends in primary education in terms of curriculum construction, the agencies of education, the different schools of thought on education, and the role of schools and teachers. Care has been taken to include what education at this level should aim at and the duties of a teacher to achieve these aims. A brief note on great educators, their contribution to education and their educational experiments also form a part of this book.