| A Toolkit for the Effective Teaching Assistant Contributor(s): Parker, Maureen (Author), Lee, Chris (Author), Gunn, Stuart (Author) |
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ISBN: 1847879438 ISBN-13: 9781847879431 Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd OUR PRICE: $53.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2009 Annotation: If you're studying for a Foundation Degree or seeking Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status, this is the book you need on your shelf. Written by a team teaching on one of the UK's largest Foundation Degree programs, this book contains guidance for students and Teaching Assistants (TAs) on working with colleagues, supporting pupils and supporting learning. In this fully revised edition, the content has been expanded to include five new chapters on: Distributed Leadership for the TA/HLTA Behavior Management Inclusion (linking with the Every Child Matter agenda) Understanding Children's Health and Well-being Supporting Curriculum Subjects In addition to these new chapters, the book will help you understand and participate in change, enhance the role of the TA, and use ICT to support learning. Packed with practical activities, case studies, and links to the new HLTA standards, this essential text will develop your professional capabilities and help you put theory into practice. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - General - Education | Professional Development |
| Dewey: 371.141 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 7.3" W x 9" (1.00 lbs) 240 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: If you′re studying for a Foundation Degree or seeking Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status, this is the book you need on your shelf. Written by a team teaching on one of the UK′s largest Foundation Degree programs, this book contains guidance for students and Teaching Assistants (TAs) on working with colleagues, supporting pupils and supporting learning. In this fully revised edition, the content has been expanded to include five new chapters on Distributed Leadership for the TA/HLTA, Behavior Management, Inclusion (linking with the Every Child Matter agenda), Understanding Children′s Health and Well-being, and Supporting Curriculum Subjects.
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Contributor Bio(s): Lee, Chris: - Chris Lee was until recently Senior Lecturer in Education and Head of the School of Continuing Professional Development at the Faculty of Education, University of Plymouth. He has taught in secondary and special schools, and continues to work with teachers on issues of bullying and behaviour management. He is now a freelance educational consultant. |