Learning Theories for Everyday Teaching by Carol Thompson (English) Paperback Bo

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This is more than just a book about learning theories, it shows new and trainee teachers how to use theory to improve their teaching and to help students learn more every day. 

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

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 potential application to specific contexts. The authors highlight the practical benefits of using theory in planning, teaching and reflecting on practice. The text also encourages the use of a range of creative approaches to enhance learning.Each chapter explores a key aspect of the teacher's role (such as planning, motivation or assessment) and outlines theories relating to this theme - fully embedding the use of learning theories in practical every day teaching. It includes activities for reflection and a section encouraging readers to 'map' the theory to their own practice. Scenarios and case studies throughout illustrate learning and support readers link theory to practice.

Author Biography

Carol Thompson is a Senior Lecturer in Teacher Education at the University of Bedfordshire. An experienced teacher and researcher, she has a focus on developing teacher agency and creativity.  Her current role is focussed on designing and supporting programmes for teachers in post-compulsory education and she is an active member of the Institute of Research in Education.

Table of Contents

1. What is the point in theory?2. The classroom environment3. Planning for learning4. Motivating learners5. Developing learners′ thinking6. Learning with others7. Co-constructing learning8. Mixing it up9. Innovative teaching10. Resilience

Details ISBN1526469804 Author Lydia Spenceley Year 2019 ISBN-10 1526469804 ISBN-13 9781526469809 Format Paperback Imprint Learning Matters Ltd Place of Publication Exeter Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 160 DEWEY 371.102 Publication Date 2019-10-07 Language English NZ Release Date 2019-10-07 Alternative 9781526469816 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education UK Release Date 2019-10-07 Publisher Sage Publications Ltd AU Release Date 2019-10-06 We've got this

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