Starting school marks a transition in the life of a young learner. The learning ecosystem changes from a place predicated on a developmental approach and "learning through play" to one that introduces achievement objectives and assesses learning outcomes. Many students arrive at school with portfolios from early childhood settings and reports from parents and family affirming they are already "confident, connected, actively involved lifelong learners". They alre...

Translate “learning how to learn” from a pedagogical principle into everyday classroom practice with this series. SOLO Taxonomy offers a clear, simple and robust way of identifying the level of cognitive complexity of learning intentions and outcomes, and consequently makes feedback and “feed forward” more effective in the learning process; ensuring learning outcomes are visible to teachers, students and parents, alike. Focusing on SOLO Taxonomy’s common language of learning, thi...

Task-based teaching has created enormous interest among teachers in recent years. But how does the idea of designing tasks (e.g. discussions, problems, games) that encourage learners to use real language work in practice? This book explains the basic principles behind task-based learning and teaching and gives practical examples of how to make it work in different teaching situations.

Translate “learning how to learn” from a pedagogical principle into everyday classroom practice with this series. SOLO Taxonomy offers a clear, simple and robust way of identifying the level of cognitive complexity of learning intentions and outcomes, and consequently makes feedback and “feed forward” more effective in the learning process; ensuring learning outcomes are visible to teachers, students and parents, alike. This book sets out a differentiated curriculum model that pl...

Maximise achievement. Using SOLO as a Framework for Teaching shows how this powerful model can be transferred simply and effectively into all aspects of everyday teaching and learning. It allows the development of challenging hierarchical learning intentions and brings clarity to both the teacher and the student on what the intended learning is to be. About the Author Steve Martin is a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Science Teaching (2010), New...

Talk, listen, support and understand better.Develop a hands-on understanding of how counselling works and how it can help people, viewing the subject from both a client's and a trainee counsellor's perspective.Learn how to listen more attentively and be a better communicator, be more empathetic with a heightened perception of others, and improve your relationships with both those around you and yourself.Providing expert insights, real-life case studies...

A clearly explained guide to helping pupils cope with their dyslexia, this book dispels common myths and includes:* Comprehensive coverage of dyslexia -what it is and what causes it* Action plans to help pupils overcome their difficulties with reading, writing, spelling and maths* Advice on how pupils with dyslexia can boost their memory, concentration and motivation* Checklists for identifying pupils' dyslexia

A growing number of children appear to be experiencing delays or difficulties in their speech, language and communication skills. In this book, the author outlines how to identify these children and how to support them effectively. This pracitcal guide to the field of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) is a timely and practical guide for early years' professionals, as well as the non-specialist pracitioner, and parents or carers.

When guided effectively, the relationship between adolescents and music can offer powerful opportunities for expression and release. This book provides music therapists with the complete 'how to' of working with teenage clients.Helpful and accessible, the book explains the methodology used in music therapy, a topic that has been considered only briefly until now. The author presents an empowering approach to practice, discussing how the therapist can be placed in a collaborative re...

This book supports all trainee teachers in the Lifelong Learning Sector working towards QTLS in their understanding of the key learning theories and how these can be applied to their teaching. Existing teachers within the sector will also find this book a valuable resource for refreshing their knowledge and continuing their professional development.Each learning theory is explored in clear and accessible language, considering the implications for planning, teaching, assessment and ...

Children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are often not instinctive and intuitive in expressing their liking or love for someone, or in understanding that family members, friends and others need affection. Expressing affection to teachers, other close professionals, or family friends, can be even more challenging.This book, by the leading experts in the field, provides a carefully constructed CBT programme for professionals to help boys and girls with an ASD to ...

(Berklee Guide). This completely updated and revised edition reflects the latest developments in the field of music therapy. Includes an introduction to the profession, guidelines for setting up a practice, new clinical applications, and helpful case studies a must for students and professionals alike.