Understanding and Using Educational Theories (Third Edition)

By: Karl Aubrey and Alison Riley

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Synopsis: This textbook gives readers a clear overview of a selection of 19 of the most influential thinkers on education, including established names (Vygotsky, Bruner, Dewey), more recent thinkers (Freire, hooks, Claxton) and other key names whose writing has helped shaped our views on teaching and learning. Each chapter includes practical examples showing how theories can be used to inform classroom teaching, and critiques of each theorist exploring opposing viewpoints and the strengths and weaknesses of different ideas. This third edition includes: New chapters on Barak Rosenshine and Daniel Goleman Revamped reflective tasks with a greater practical focus for the classroom More models and theoretical diagrams throughout This is an essential primer for any university course that includes learning theory, with particular relevance for initial teacher education, education studies and early childhood degrees. Karl Aubrey has recently retired from his post at Bishop Grosseteste University. Alison Riley is the Programme Leader for the BA Early Childhood Studies at Bishop Grosseteste University.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781529788051
Related ISBNs:: 9781529786071, 9781529784091, 9781529761313, 9781529761306, 9781526454805
Publisher:: SAGE Publications
Date of Addition:: 09/03/24
Copyrighted By:: Karl Aubrey and Alison Riley
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Psychology, Education, Philosophy, Sociology
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