Professional Studies in the Primary School: Thinking Beyond the Standards

Full of school-based examples supplied by practicing teachers, this accessible text: Encourages trainees to "think beyond the standards" Promotes the development of reflective, creative and imaginative teaching skills Links theory with practice to show students how to apply these skills Leads the reader through the key issues and concepts in general professional practice Written specifically for Professional Studies modules in primary education, this book will guide trainees in the early stages of their careers to become the imaginative teachers we need in our primary schools.