This book looks beyond the classroom, and focuses on out-of-class autonomous use of technology for language learning, discussing the theoretical frameworks, key findings and critical issues. The proli
This book presents new research on Chinese as a Second Language (CSL) teaching from an ethnographic classroom study on classroom translanguaging practices that highlights the policy and pedagogical im
This concise guidebook on desirable difficulties is designed to be a resource for academics who are interested in engaging students according to the findings of peer-reviewed literature and best pract
This concise guidebook on desirable difficulties is designed to be a resource for academics who are interested in engaging students according to the findings of peer-reviewed literature and best pract
The further education (and skills) sector in England has been viewed as a backwater of educational research compared to the other sectors. This comparative lack of research and related publications ma
Teaching Languages Creatively brings together the experience of international primary language experts to explore creative teaching and learning in primary languages. Drawing on the latest research an
How can you use the latest digital technology to create an environment in which people can learn European languages while performing a meaningful real-world task and experiencing the cultural aspect o
Clothes are different around the world, but we all need something to wear! How Are We Alike and Different? Find out in My Clothes, Your Clothes, Our Clothes.
This book presents the principles of quality teaching in Chinese, as exemplified in case studies of primary and secondary school classrooms. Drawing on data from five Australian schools, the authors i
Continuity and Discontinuity in Learning Careers: Potentials for a Learning Space in a Changing World focuses on the continuities and discontinuities of the learning careers and identities of non-trad
In 14 papers from a conference in Seville during November 2015, specialists in adult education explore the role of adult education in relation to continuity and discontinuity of the learning career
How Non-Permanent Workers Learn and Develop is an empirically-based exploration of the challenges and opportunities non-permanent workers face in accessing quality work, learning, developing occupatio
Global Networks, Local Actions: Rethinking adult education policy in the 21st century examines public policy developments in adult education, exploring the policy framing of adult education practice i
In Creativities in Arts Education, Research and Practice: International Perspectives for the Future of Learning and Teaching, Leon de Bruin, Pamela Burnard and Susan Davis highlight innovative arts pr
Learning from Academic Conferences is a guide for participants, presenters and organizers which combines research results with practical advice. A must for all who attend academic conferences.
Learning from Academic Conferences is a guide for participants, presenters and organizers which combines research results with practical advice. A must for all who attend academic conferences.
In Creativities in Arts Education, Research and Practice: International Perspectives for the Future of Learning and Teaching, Leon de Bruin, Pamela Burnard and Susan Davis highlight innovative arts pr
Applying Cross-Curricular Approaches Creatively explores the relevance and effectiveness of cross-disciplinary and project-based teaching. With a focus on personal reflection and discussion, it offers
Applying Cross-Curricular Approaches Creatively explores the relevance and effectiveness of cross-disciplinary and project-based teaching. With a focus on personal reflection and discussion, it offers
Dilemmas and Decisions distinguishes “problems”, which have rational solutions, from “dilemmas” which do not, aiming to prepare students for decisions required at work, rather than in TV quizzes. It a
This book presents innovative strategies for teaching the Chinese language to English-speaking students around the world, using in-depth research arising from a long-running and successful Chinese lan
How do you become an effective primary school teacher? What do you need to be able to do? What do you need to know?Flexible, effective and creative primary school teachers require subject knowledge, a
How do you become an effective primary school teacher? What do you need to be able to do? What do you need to know?Flexible, effective and creative primary school teachers require subject knowledge, a
Presenting research on language policy and planning, with a special focus on educational contexts in which English plays a role, this book brings readers up-to-date on the latest developments in resea
Presenting research on language policy and planning, with a special focus on educational contexts in which English plays a role, this book brings readers up-to-date on the latest developments in resea
Meet four amazing women - astronauts, scientists and mathematicians - who helped make space travel a reality. Illustrated with photography from the new LEGO® Ideas Women of NASA set, this book for chi
Motivating students � a primary goal of education - is complex, to say the least. This issue focuses on a model for motivation, volition, and performance that acknowledges the importance of volition
Enhancing the Wellbeing and Wisdom of Older Learners: A Co-research Paradigm examines how lifelong learning, becoming wise, and sharing wisdom are integrally linked to older people’s wellbeing. The bo
Race into battle with the LEGO® NINJAGO® heroes. Join the Ninja as they speed through the high-tech Ninjago world on bikes, jets, mechs and even dragons! Read about how the brave heroes step aboard aw
Featuring high-quality images from the smash-hit movies and TV series, DK Reader Star Wars: What is a Droid? takes a close look at the coolest droids in the Star Wars galaxy, from new favourites BB-8
