Meeting the Standards in Primary English: A Guide to ITT NC

This straightforward guide to the professional standards and requirements for primary teachers illustrates the best ways of developing knowledge and how to acquire the skills needed to achieve QTS.Meeting the Standards in Primary Englishwill:* explain the Standards relating to English teaching* link the theory associated with the teaching of English to the practical application* look in detail at the teaching of reading, fiction, writing, speaking and listening, ICT in literacy and drama* assist the understanding of grammar and language study* consider the issues of continuing professional developmentThis practical guide to meeting the standards is invaluable for students on primary training courses, lecturers and mentors supporting trainees in English education programmes and newly qualified teachers (NQTs).

Eve English is a lecturer in English and Course leader of the PGCE Primary Course in the School of Education at Durham University.