An English teacher's love letter to reading and the many ways literature can make us, and our lives, better.How can a Victorian poem help teenagers understand YouTube misogyny? Can Jane Eyre encourage us to speak out? What can Lady Macbeth teach us about empathy? Should our expectations for our future be any greater than Pip’s? And why is it so important to make space for these conversations in the first place?In a career spanning almost three decades, English teacher Carol Atherton has taught generations of students texts that will be familiar to many of us from our own schooldays. But while the staples of exam syllabuses and reading lists remain largely unchanged, their significance – and their relevance – evolves with each class, as it encounters them for the first time.Each chapter of Reading Lessons invites us to take a fresh look at these novels, plays and poems, revealing how they have shaped our beliefs, our values, and how we interact as a society. As she recalls her own development as a teacher, Atherton emphasizes the vital, undervalued role a teacher plays, illustrates how essential reading is for developing our empathy and makes a passionate case for the enduring power of literature.'Atherton must be an inspiring teacher if her marvellous book is anything to go by' The Independent'Beautifully written, sensitive and full of warmth ... A vital point of reflection for anyone who has taught, or been taught, English literature' Jeffrey Boakye'A love letter to literature itself ... At a time when English is under attack as an academic subject, Carol Atherton’s powerful defence of it reminds us what we are in danger of losing' Robert Douglas-Fairhurst, author of The Turning Point Read more

Reimagine Assessment with Leveraging Deep LearningThis indispensable guide, coauthored by the expert consultants at Innovative Global Education (IGE), empowers you to transform assessment practices.Inside, you'll discover . . .the power of continuous assessment. Learn how dynamic and ongoing assessments drive meaningful learning.strategies to empower assessment-capable learners. Prepare learners to be active participants as they reflect, give, and receive feedback.keys to transfer and apply knowledge. Shift the focus from assessing knowledge to evaluating and transferring conceptual understanding.practical tools and strategies. Access actionable ideas, templates, and examples designed for educators and students.In Leveraging Deep Learning, Tania Lattanzio and Andrea Müller equip you with strategies to make connections clear and meaningful through conceptual understanding.Transform assessment into a powerful tool that supports lifelong learning.“Tania Lattanzio and Andrea Müller’s book provides educators with a thorough, practical guide that will be a wonderful addition to any educator’s professional library.” —Kath Murdoch, Author and Education Consultant, Seastar Education, Melbourne, Australia“A game-changing guide for educators, this book masterfully bridges theory and practice to cultivate student agency, curiosity, and deep understanding.” —Pam Ryan, PhD, Education Consultant“A necessary, enduring addition to any serious educator’s transfer toolkit.” —Kevin Bartlett, Founding Director, Common Ground Collective, Panama City, Panama Read more

Are you studying A’ Level English Literature? Are you keen to do well? Mr Bruff’s Guide to A’ Level English Literature explains everything you need to know about the assessment objectives.* After all, how can you tailor your ideas unless you know what the examiner’s looking for? At A’ level, you’re expected to develop informed opinions of your own. But how? Use this book as a starting point. It discusses contexts and introduces literary theory, literary movements and literary genres. It also shows you how to blend the views of others into your writing. Mr Bruff’s Guide to A’ Level English Literature models practical examples…there’s even an essay in a bonus chapter! This handy resource explains the writing skills that you need. It also reviews and builds on your knowledge of terminology, structure, form and language. Struggling to plan and write a comparative essay? There’s a chapter on how to do this. Doing the full A’ level and confused about how to cite your wider reading in your coursework? Mr Bruff’s Guide to A’ Level English Literature has a detailed chapter on how to how to write footnotes and a bibliography. This guide is a must for any serious student of English Literature: at £4.99, it’s a sound investment in your future! Read more

Now used in thousands of schools worldwideTeaching is made easier when you have a fast-acting classroom management system that works. Rob Plevin believes any teacher can dramatically reduce classroom behaviour problems and achieve classroom management success by adopting this easy-to-follow 7-part plan adapted from his Needs-Focused approach to teaching & classroom management.Enhanced with a suite of additional downloadable resources & videos, Classroom Management Success in 7 Days or Less provides teachers with a framework of fundamental preventive techniques and details a stepped process for responding to students who have difficulty following instructions. If you’re a teacher facing hard-to-reach, tough groups of students who talk over you and won’t do as you ask, the ideas in this book will help you put in place a simple system for gaining respect, building positive teacher-student bonds, dealing with incidents and creating a calm, responsive classroom. In the revised edition of this best-selling, essential teacher resource you'll learn...- The counter-intuitive, RAPID way to improve student behaviour (Hint: it's not about what you do to THEM)- How to turn your instructions into new positive student habits (no more repeating, threatening and shouting required)- The art of maximising engagement to minimise disruption (or how to make your lessons so enjoyable for your students that they don't WANT to misbehave)- How to ensure your instructions are followed - by every student... every time (and what to do if they're not)- The two fastest ways to build positive relationships with your students and why you MUST do this- How to use rewards PROPERLY to help students experience real success (without using them as BRIBES)- How to respond to misbehaviour without causing resentment or confrontationGet your copy now and enjoy classroom management success in 7 days or less! Read more

The most complete account of the theory and application of Multiple Intelligences available anywhere. Howard Gardner's brilliant conception of individual competence, known as Multiple Intelligences theory, has changed the face of education. Tens of thousands of educators, parents, and researchers have explored the practical implications and applications of this powerful notion, that there is not one type of intelligence but several, ranging from musical intelligence to the intelligence involved in self-understanding.Multiple Intelligences distills nearly three decades of research on Multiple Intelligences theory and practice, covering its central arguments and numerous developments since its introduction in 1983. Gardner includes discussions of global applications, Multiple Intelligences in the workplace, an assessment of Multiple Intelligences practice in the current conservative educational climate, new evidence about brain functioning, and much more. Read more

Learn how to nurture a future-forward learning environment and level up your teaching practices with AI, even if technology has left you feeling intimidated.Are you an educator striving to stay ahead of the technology curve but overwhelmed by the rapidly evolving world with AI?Are you struggling to find practical, ethical, and customizable solutions to integrate AI into your classroom?Are you worried that you might not be equipping your students with the necessary skills for a future with AI? You are not alone.Many educators grapple with these challenges, and that's why AI Simplified for Teachers was created.Within the pages of this book, you’ll find real-world practical solutions that empower you to integrate AI seamlessly into your teaching practice. You will learn how to leverage AI not only to enhance student engagement but also to foster an environment that nurtures future-ready learners responsibly and ethically.Within these pages, you will discover:Easy ways to incorporate AI into your lessons that have been proven to increase student engagement.Strategies tomanage risks and ethical implications of integrating AI in a classroom.AI tools for all educators, regardless of tech-skill level, can be implemented right now.Essential tips to foster an AI-focused community among educators for ongoing support, idea sharing and professional growth.In-depth insights about ethical AI use in classrooms and how they can be taught to students.A closer look at how AI can cater to diverse learning needs and promote inclusivity in classrooms.Comprehensive answers to common questions and concerns about AI in the classroom.The latest research and trends on AI in education are helping you stay informed and up-to-date....and much, much more.What sets "AI Simplified for Teachers" apart is its commitment to ethical, inclusive, and practical strategies tailored for different teaching settings and styles. This book aims not only to broaden your understanding of AI but also to arm you with actionable knowledge needed for practical and impactful application in your everyday teaching.No more fear of being left behind in the technological waIt'sIt’s time to step forward bravely into the future of teaching, harnessing the power of AI to create an innovative and engaging learning environment for your students.Are you ready to enhance your teaching practices, increase student engagement, and lead your classroom into the future? Click "Add to Cart " and start your journey today! Read more

BTEC business level 3Unit 3: personal and business finance80 mark exam paperSections A to F included in paperTime: 2 hoursPearson BTEC level 3 nationals Read more

'Home-educators want to provide a high quality learning experience for their children and this handbook is an excellent resource for making this aspiration a reality' - Dr Adam Boddison, Chief Executive of National Association of Special Educational NeedsIf you are thinking of home educating your child, your initial surprise may be at how easy it is to turn intention into reality. Once you have deregistered your child, you are largely left to get on with delivering education from home, as you see best. This book is full of practical guidance for parents, based on the authors' long experience of working with children and young people; their parents, teachers and schools. It will help you plan what is taught, as well as when and how. The authors not only consider how to benefit from the opportunities home education provides, but also suggest creative ways to fill the potential gaps that might arise from not being part of the traditional school system. The Home Education Handbook covers everything from the socialisation of home-educated children to advice on supporting the motivation and resilience of all involved. This is a book that every parent who is considering home education or flexi-schooling, or is simply keen to ensure that their child gets the best education possible, needs to read. Read more

There are a lot of redundant processes in schools. We need to take a hard look at these and consider whether they are adding value to the core purpose of schools. We need to apply Greg McKeown's 'disciplined pursuit of less' in order to create the time and space to do deep, satisfying work on the curriculum. This means that there will be some hard choices and recognise that if we cannot do everything, we need to move to a space which acknowledges there will be trade offs. This is more than a workload issue, it is about focusing our efforts on the most important agenda item in schools today - the development of an ambitious curriculum for every child, in every school. Read more

Increasingly, across the system, people are talking about knowledge and curriculum. In this timely new book, Mary Myatt is at her brilliant best as she passionately argues that the solutions to overcoming achievement barriers lie in understanding the curriculum and in what children and meant to know. In order to reach coherence on the curriculum, it's going to require teachers in schools to engage in the conversation; it's a journey we need to share if we're going to deliver a curriculum we understand and believe in. In a series of crystal clear chapters, Mary guides teachers and school leaders through one of the most important debates in education. Read more

A passionate defense of the humanities from one of today's foremost public intellectualsIn this short and powerful book, celebrated philosopher Martha Nussbaum makes a passionate case for the importance of the liberal arts at all levels of education.Historically, the humanities have been central to education because they have been seen as essential for creating competent democratic citizens. But recently, Nussbaum argues, thinking about the aims of education has gone disturbingly awry in the United States and abroad. We increasingly treat education as though its primary goal were to teach students to be economically productive rather than to think critically and become knowledgeable, productive, and empathetic individuals. This shortsighted focus on profitable skills has eroded our ability to criticize authority, reduced our sympathy with the marginalized and different, and damaged our competence to deal with complex global problems. And the loss of these basic capacities jeopardizes the health of democracies and the hope of a decent world.In response to this dire situation, Nussbaum argues that we must resist efforts to reduce education to a tool of the gross national product. Rather, we must work to reconnect education to the humanities in order to give students the capacity to be true democratic citizens of their countries and the world.In a new preface, Nussbaum explores the current state of humanistic education globally and shows why the crisis of the humanities has far from abated. Translated into over twenty languages, Not for Profit draws on the stories of troubling—and hopeful—global educational developments. Nussbaum offers a manifesto that should be a rallying cry for anyone who cares about the deepest purposes of education. Read more

Intent is all the planning that happens before teaching happens. Implementation is how those plans are translated into classroom practice to facilitate long-term learning. Impact is how curriculum planning, teaching and learning, and learner progress and outcomes are measured - not least the extent to which learners are prepared for the next stage of their lives. Taken together, therefore, the ‘3Is’ provide a framework for designing, delivering and evaluating the school curriculum to ensure it is ambitious, broad and balanced, planned and sequenced, and inclusive. Based on his bestselling trilogy, School & College Curriculum Design, updated and abridged, this new book from renowned curriculum expert Matt Bromley is your complete guide to providing a high quality education. Read more

PASS FIRST TIME! This textbook provides you with the tools and techniques to ensure your answers align to awarding organisation assessment criteria requirements. While the unit textbook Award in Education and Training: Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training provides the information needed to ensure you pass that unit of the qualification, this textbook seeks to ensure you fully understand how to apply that information effectively to your assessment(s). This will reduce the risk of you misunderstanding, over-answering or under-answering a question or task and provide you with a better understanding of what each element / assessment criteria of the unit requires. It also includes practical suggestions related to practice in the sector, what to focus on in your response, how to structure the response and further sources of information or guidance to consult or reference in order to support your answer. This textbook will provide you with the tools and, together with the above unit textbook, the information needed to pass each assessment first time. This textbook can also be used alongside the qualification textbook Achieving your Award in Education and Training: The Comprehensive Course Companion [tags: inclusive learning, lesson planning, learner-centred, tutor-centred, lesson plan, AET] Read more

The call for decolonising curriculum knowledge comes from across public and academic voices and educational organisations. Led by international educationalists across all phases of education, The BERA Guide to Decolonising the Curriculum is a powerful evocation, direction, and call to action for epistemological equity in knowledge production, teaching, and learning.The chapters draw on significant international literature from across the fields of decoloniality, race, gender, history, sociology, and philosophy, and real-world cases, with multiple examples from international academic leaders, academics, and teachers to address concerns about the ideological and political orientation of educational policy discourse bounded by Eurocentric epistemology.Published in partnership between the British Educational Research Association (BERA) and Emerald Publishing, The BERA Guides are short, research-informed yet accessible introductions to key, interdisciplinary topics impacting education research and practice for a broad academic audience. Read more

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners.From the creator of The Literacy Shed, 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Literacy is packed with new, interesting and practical ideas for new teachers as well as those whose classroom practice needs reinvigorating. The book covers all aspects of literacy in primary school, with sections on grammar, reading comprehension and writing skills. These sections take teachers from the basics through to some more complicated skills within literacy plus ideas for using fiction and non-fiction, the classics and Shakespeare.There is an emphasis on visual literacy and film literacy as it has so many benefits for students, in particular boys, who may be reluctant readers and writers. Read more

101 Creative English Lesson Plans: A Resourceful Guide for English Teachers In this book, Shubham Mishra invites educators into an innovative world of interactive and engaging teaching techniques. This comprehensive guide is meticulously crafted to empower English teachers across diverse classrooms with dynamic activities that not only foster language development but also captivate young minds."101 Creative English Lesson Plans " unfolds a big collection of teaching resources, thoughtfully organized and structured for educators to seamlessly integrate into their curricula. Each section offers an array of activities, thoroughly explained in step-by-step lesson plans. These activities cater to various age groups and proficiency levels, spanning from primary to high school.The book encompasses a range of lesson plans, including but not limited to:Different English Accents: Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of accents and dialects while enhancing language skills.Valentine's Day Compliments: Celebrate love and friendship with heartwarming compliments and engaging activities that promote language fluency.Alike: The Short Film: Immerse yourself in the art of cinematic storytelling and foster critical thinking through the mesmerizing short film 'Alike.'Bullying: A Vital Discussion: Tackle the crucial issue of bullying while honing language abilities and nurturing empathy in your students.Exploring Fruits: Expand your vocabulary and cultural knowledge as you delve into the vibrant and diverse world of fruits.Crocodile, Crocodile, Can We Cross the River?: Engage in interactive language learning adventures with this exciting game for kids to teach colours while doing physical activity.Cultural Exploration: Embark on a global journey to discover and appreciate different cultures, traditions, and festivals.Creative Writing: Unleash your inner wordsmith with writing prompts and exercises that ignite your creativity and originality.Magical Journey to Hogwarts: Learn the English language through the enchanting world of Harry Potter. The students will love this lesson plan.Exploring International Opportunities through Language Assistant programme: Prepare students for global experiences by exploring international opportunities.101 Creative English Lesson Plans is not just a teaching resource; it's a gateway to exciting, imaginative, and effective language education. Whether you're a seasoned educator or a fresh face in the teaching arena, this book empowers you to create dynamic and engaging lessons that captivate, inspire, and nurture language proficiency.With this guide, Shubham Mishra takes a stride toward revolutionizing the way English is taught. Happy Teaching! Read more

In line with Rob Plevin’s hugely popular "Needs-Focused Classroom Management System" for teachers, this book offers a huge range of ready-to-use activities, resources and ideas to start your lessons with a BANG and end them on a HIGH. Adaptable for any subject area, the ideas and suggestions in this book will enable you to capture students’ interest and attention from the outset, increase engagement and encourage participation among even the most reluctant learners. You’ll learn how to… - hook ALL your students from the moment your lesson begins, - set up exciting reviews to cement learning in a fun, memorable way, - minimise classroom management issues related to boredom and low engagement and turn your lessons into an enjoyable, positive learning experience for all concerned. Once you learn the Needs-Focused Classroom Management System, your classroom, your teaching and your students will be TRANSFORMED. Includes downloadable BONUS material and printable resources. Read more

The following curriculum was developed to introduce elementary and middle school students (grades 3-7) to the basic principles of neurobiology, including the underlying mechanisms of neural cell signaling (explored in Lesson 1: The Action Potential), the techniques used to visualize the structural connections between individual neurons (explored in Lesson 2: Viral Tracing Techniques, as well as in Lesson 3: Immunohistochemistry and Microscopy) and how scientists are able to better understand auditory learning and memory by using animal models (explored in Lesson 4: Zebra Song Learning and Cross-fostering). In each lesson, students will be tasked with formulating a question they wish to explore during the lesson, articulate a prediction about what they believe the answer to this question will be, make observations about what they experience during the lesson, and reflect on their initial question and prediction to come up with a conclusion about what it is they learned during the lesson. In this way, the curriculum is designed to model the scientific method for students, and encourage inquiry-based learning approaches in which the students have autonomy and are in control of the learning process. Supplementary Materials, such as worksheets, evaluations and surveys, can be found in the Supplementary Materials section of this curriculum. Read more

This research-based curriculum features 15 lessons that use the latest information about the brain to dramatically improve behavior and learning for all students. Each lesson offers easy strategies for helping students focus their attention, improve their self-regulation skills, build resilience to stress, and develop a positive mind-set in both school and life. The lessons fit easily into any schedule and require minimal preparation. Classroom management tips and content-area activities help you extend the benefits of MindUP throughout your day, week, and year!Includes a full-color, innovative teaching poster with fascinating facts about the brain! Read more

This research-based curriculum features 15 lessons that use the latest information about the brain to dramatically improve behavior and learning for all students. Each lesson offers easy strategies for helping students focus their attention, improve their self-regulation skills, build resilience to stress, and develop a positive mind-set in both school and life. The lessons fit easily into any schedule and require minimal preparation. Classroom management tips and content-area activities help you extend the benefits of MindUP throughout your day, week, and year!Includes a full-color, innovative teaching poster with fascinating facts about the brain! Read more