Teaching and Learning: Building Effective Pedagogies introduces pre-service teachers to the principles of teaching across the early childhood, primary and middle years of school. The book guides students to gradually build theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare for their classroom experience. It covers the journey to becoming a teacher – the process and pedagogies needed to meet the diverse needs of students, comprehensive coverage of the phases of learning and development and explores the wider contexts of school culture, professional responsibilities and the transition from pre-service to practice.

Key features

• Incorporates educational psychology and the phases of learning and development, theories and framework within teaching methodology
• Full of practical exercises, practicum tasks, phase-specific learning activities and teaching tips to help pre-service teachers develop key knowledge and prepare for classroom practice
• ‘In schools’ case studies and personal accounts from practising and pre-service teachers provide insight into contemporary teaching experiences
• Critical Signposts boxes throughout encourage discussion and critical reflection around key topics in teacher education

The following resources are available for students using Teaching and Learning: Building Effective Pedagogies for their course:

‘Your Planning Toolkit’

Full of practical strategies, the toolkit is designed to assist pre-service teachers prepare for placement and helps guide them through some of the most challenging aspects of teaching, especially planning and assessment. The Toolkit covers the following topics:

• Understanding Your Students
  
• Becoming an Effective Communicator
  
• Managing Your Classroom
  
• Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning
  
• Assessment, Feedback and Reporting