Classroom Skills

This book is a practical guide to good classroom practice underpinned by sound educational theory and management techniques. It is written for all types of teachers in training and their course tutors: for inexperienced teachers and for teachers with responsibility for staff development. It defines pedagogy as "skilled performance" with examples relevant to all age groups on the basis that what is good practice for one phase can be translated to others. It deals with practical aspects of teaching practice and the probationary period; class management and presentation skills; teaching the whole ability range; strategies for pupils with special educational needs; assessment and record keeping; teacher appraisal, support systems, and continuing professional development.