Designed as a pragmatic guide for new teachers and those training to teach, this book is a one-stop-shop for understanding assessment in primary and secondary schools, supported by a range of policy examples drawn from the UK, Ireland and wider international contexts.
This text is a new introduction to the politics of development. Starting from the perspective of people’s everyday experiences, it tackles some of the most pressing questions that underlie global inequality and injustice, from the ground up.
This book is essential reading for students and researchers looking to formulate interesting research questions and conduct more engaging and original research.
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This book introduces major aspects of comparative and international education, giving readers a nuanced understanding of key debates and thinkers, as well as the tools necessary to conduct comparisons using secondary sources.
An anthology of textual analysis methodologies, this book outlines the advantages and challenges of each approach and demonstrates... Læs mere
The textbook provides a practical and accessible overview of qualitative research methods and their philosophical underpinnings. It will empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the dynamic landscape of qualitative research.
This book introduces social policy and shows how it has changed and evolved over time, how it reflects changes in society, and how it is applied to everyday social work practice.
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Wide ranging text offering a developmental approach and contextual understanding of intellectual disabilities, with chapters dedicated to specific conditions such as autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and foetal alcohol spectrum conditions.
This captivating book delves into the complex realm of management and organizational dynamics, focusing on the significance of paradoxes.