Developing Active Learning in the Primary Classroom by Anitra Vickery

Developing Active Learning in the Primary Classroom by Anitra Vickery

Establishing an effective learning environment in the classroom requires a clear understanding of different teaching strategies that make children active participants in their own learning. This book explores a range of philosophies and strategies to develop active learning in primary education. It balances theory with practice to provide evidence-based guidance and suggestions for use in the classroom. Key topics include: Creating a supportive learning environment Developing the questioning skills of teachers and children Learning through assessment Developing thinking skills through curriculum subjects Active learning in early years education Philosophy for Children (P4C) Frameworks to promote thinking This is essential reading for professional studies modules on primary initial teacher education courses, including university-based (PGCE, PGDE, BA QTS, BEd), school-based (SCITT, School Direct) and employment-based routes into teaching. It also serves as a handbook for schools that are developing their approaches to active learning. Anitra Vickery works as senior lecturer in primary mathematics education and the Professional Studies Coordinator at Bath Spa University.

′This is an excellent text, accessible for practising teachers and students wanting to learn more about how to foster and develop active learning with Primary age children′ -- Diahann Gallard, Senior Lecturer

"This book brings together practical applications, current research and illustrative case studies that stimulate thinking about active learning in primary classroomsIt provides a valuable and practical guide to the theory and application of active learning and is indispensable reading for teachers and students alike."

-- Dr Judith Kleine-Staarman, Lecturer in Education

Anitra Vickery works as senior lecturer in primary mathematics education and the Professional Studies Coordinator at Bath Spa University.

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ISBN 13	9781446255476
ISBN 10	1446255476
Title	Developing Active Learning in the Primary Classroom
Author	Anitra Vickery
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Sage Publications Ltd
Year published	2013-10-23
Number of pages	240
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