Teacher Training Books

"The personality type framework allows administrators to know their staff in ways that can be applied every day. Twenty years in the principalship have given me some of the same understandings as those found here, but this book allows those lessons to be...

"It covers more practical information than I've seen compiled anywhere else." --Deborah Gordon, Math Teacher, K-6 Madison School District, Phoenix, AZ "A great reference no matter how long you have taught." --Katina Keener, Second Grade Teacher...

Survive the first year of teaching and wind up happy, wiser and still sane! Can I teach the way I believe is best for my students? How can I get it all done? The worries, concerns and questions of first-year educators can be overwhelming and eventually...

This comprehensive handbook synthesizes the best current knowledge on teacher professional development (PD) and addresses practical issues in implementation. Leading authorities describe innovative practices that are being used in schools, emphasizing...

All the subject knowledge you need to teach primary science. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, you need to understand what you need to know about primary science before you can teach it. To help you build your subject knowledge, this...

All the subject knowledge you need to teach primary science. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, you need to understand what you need to know about primary science before you can teach it. To help you build your subject knowledge, this...

Revised and extended to cover critical reflection and evaluation of information resources, this new edition of Critical Thinking Skills for Education Students is a practical and user-friendly text to help education students develop their understanding of...

This is an accessible text for students of degrees and foundation degrees in Early Years and Early Childhood. It examines both the theory behind early years practice, and the practical skills and knowledge needed for effective practice. Covering themes...

What does the new OFSTED framework mean for me as a teacher? How will it change what happens in schools and classrooms? This new text guides you as new or trainee teachers through all you need to know about the 2019 OFSTED inspection. It helps you...

This popular text for secondary teacher trainees covers all the key issues for learning and teaching in secondary schools and is a core text for all those working towards QTS. Focusing on both professional attributes and more practical teaching skills,...

Teaching and education are awash with myths. This book helps you explore some of them and asks: - Where does this myth come from? - How do we know that it isn't true? - Why does it matter that we challenge it? Covering key teaching topics, it poses...

In this book, I share with you an alternative to the 'school' of today. A way of creating the conditions for you to go on an adventure with children. Education should not be a predetermined journey with map already drawn, with no ability to leave the...

In this book, I share with you an alternative to the 'school' of today. A way of creating the conditions for you to go on an adventure with children. Education should not be a predetermined journey with map already drawn, with no ability to leave the...

Teaching and education are awash with myths. This book helps you explore some of them and asks: - Where does this myth come from? - How do we know that it isn't true? - Why does it matter that we challenge it? Covering key teaching topics, it poses...

All you need to know about the theory and practice of teaching primary English. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, a knowledge of the primary English curriculum is not enough, you need to know HOW to teach English in primary schools...

All the subject knowledge you need to teach primary English. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, you need to understand what you need to know about primary English before you can teach it. Secure subject knowledge and understanding is the...

All you need to know about the theory and practice of teaching primary English. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, a knowledge of the primary English curriculum is not enough, you need to know HOW to teach English in primary schools...

All the subject knowledge you need to teach primary English. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, you need to understand what you need to know about primary English before you can teach it. Secure subject knowledge and understanding is the...

If you are a trainee teacher or experienced practitioner new to research, or are simply wondering how to get started on your education research project, this practical book will be your guide. The authors offer simple steps to ensure that you ask the key...

The national curriculum provides an outline of core knowledge around which teachers can develop exciting and stimulating lessons to promote the development of pupils' knowledge, understanding and skills as part of the wider school curriculum. The...

Achieving your Diploma in Teaching (FE & Skills) Putting theory into practice for the qualification or apprenticeship If you are training to be a professional teacher in the further education and skills sector, this book is your starting point. The...

It has never been more important for trainee teachers to understand diversity, equity and inclusion from a teaching perspective. This text provides an up-to-date, grounded, and full understanding of the injustices and inequalities that impact our...

Who are the children you are teaching? It is easy amidst the termly chaos to lose sight of the importance of every single daily interaction that takes place between you as a primary school teacher, and the learners in your class. In this book, educator...

Who are the children you are teaching? It is easy amidst the termly chaos to lose sight of the importance of every single daily interaction that takes place between you as a primary school teacher, and the learners in your class. In this book, educator...

Teaching in secondary schools requires a professional mindset and the confidence to face challenging situations. This highly practical and accessible book for all secondary initial teacher education trainees will help you to develop the knowledge and...

Teaching in secondary schools requires a professional mindset and the confidence to face challenging situations. This highly practical and accessible book for all secondary initial teacher education trainees will help you to develop the knowledge and...

How to Coach: First Steps and Beyond is an essential guide for anyone starting out in the coaching profession and for existing coaches seeking to develop their craft. It is a practical introduction to the theory, skills and art of coaching. This...

How can trainee teachers begin their careers with a clear understanding of all the curriculum subjects? This book addresses the nature of subject knowledge in all foundation curriculum subjects. It deconstructs the elements of each subject through an...

This book supports trainee teachers with their written assignments. It helps students to approach their academic writing with confidence, to fully demonstrate what they know and to 'ace' assignments! It explains: 1. The value and purpose of assignments -...

An essential tool for new teachers and trainers who want to use learning theories to develop their practice. The text explores key learning theories in a pragmatic way and encourages focused reflection to promote critical analysis of theories and their...

An understanding of child development is an essential part of teaching. This new text supports trainee teachers and Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) to understand how children develop and how their development impacts on their learning. Importantly, the...

Connect inquiry to improved teaching and learning across your district! Now that federal and state initiatives require school districts to provide job-embedded professional development, the next step is making it happen. This book helps districts define,...

Understanding and evidencing the Teachers' Standards is vital for teachers at all stages of their career. This book focuses on how this can be achieved in your professional practice. This second edition introduces two new features: - voices of experience...

Early careers researchers and academics receive little to no on-going training for providing support to doctoral students. In light of this, this book addresses the needs of prospective and current supervisors of doctoral students, by providing you with...

'Don't smile until Christmas.' 'Never be afraid to ask for help.' 'Always accept a cup of tea when it's offered to you.' There's no shortage of tips, tricks and friendly advice for newly qualified teachers. But how can you separate the wheat from the...

Trainee and beginning teachers often find it hard to plan for and teach good art lessons as there is little guidance on subject knowledge and outstanding practice. This key text will provide primary trainee teachers with subject knowledge, expert advice...

Successful teachers are able to motivate and inspire the children they teach and this is a skill that can only be supported by understanding good practice. This book gives you smart, pragmatic guidance backed by evidence-based research on how to engage...

"The suggestions and tips give teachers a solid start to their year and help their students achieve. This book has a unique focus on secondary teachers." -Janet Crews, Secondary Instructional Coordinator Clayton School District, MO "A blueprint for...

Do you ever feel like you're merely going through the motions-working hard, meeting deadlines, yet never quite finding the time to truly live? Are you constantly chasing success but feeling unfulfilled? If so, you're not alone. Balancing career ambitions...