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Introduction to Education

Knowledge, Practice, Engagement

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Heather Sharp + Sue Hudson + Noelene Weatherby-Fell + Jennifer Charteris + Bernard Brown + Jason Lodge + Lisa McKay-Brown + Tracey Sempowicz + Rachel Buchanan + Scott Imig + Peter Hudson + Michaela Vergano + Michael Walsh Available Now 2021, 256 x 210 mm, 500 pp 9781108900188 | Paperback (also available as an eBook)

Heather Sharp, Uni Newcastle Sue Hudson, Southern Cross Uni Noelene Weatherby-Fell, Uni Wollongong Jennifer Charteris, Uni New England Bernard Brown, Uni Canberra Jason Lodge, Uni Queensland Lisa McKay-Brown, Uni Melbourne Tracey Sempowicz, Uni Sunshine Coast Rachel Buchanan, Uni Newcastle Scott Imig, Uni Newcastle Peter Hudson, Southern Cross Uni Michaela Vergano, Uni Canberra Michael Walsh, Uni Canberra

Introduction to Education orientates pre-service teachers to the context, craft and practice of teaching in Australian schools as they commence the journey from learner to classroom teacher. Each chapter poses questions about the nature of the education, teaching, learning and students and guides readers through the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Incorporating recent research and theoretical literature, Introduction to Education contextualises the theory and practice of teaching in Australia through the critical consideration of the professional, policy and curriculum contexts, and the nature of learners and learning. A complimentary enhanced eBook includes interactive questions and answers, weblinks, audio files and downloadable materials for use in the classroom.

• Chapter opening stimulus materials and questions to activate prior learning and challenge assumptions • The voices of experienced teachers, pre-service teachers and students foster reflective practice skills • Extracts from policy, theoretical and research literature, with questions, supports the development of academic and professional literacy • Authentic classroom examples of planning and implementation that build familiarity with best practice and strategies for differentiation, inclusion and engagement Contents

Section 1: Introduction to education 1. What is a teacher? 2. How do I prepare to be a teacher? 3. Why is the education system organised this way? 4. Who are my students?

Section 2: Understanding learning and understanding teaching 5. How do students learn? 6. Why are students taught this? 7. How do I plan effective teaching and learning? 8. How do I implement effective teaching and learning? 9. How do I assess, provide feedback and report on learning? 10. What is in a teacher’s toolkit?

Section 3: Working in education contexts 11. How do I create and maintain supportive learning environments? 12. How do I work with colleagues, parents, carers and the community?

Section 4: Developing professional practice 13. How do I make the most of professional experience? 14. When do I stop learning?

LEARNING TO TEACH IN A NEW ERA

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Learning to Teach in a New Era

Second Edition

Available September 2021 254 x 203 mm, 472 pp 9781108985765 | Paperback (also available as an eBook)

EDITED BY JEANNE ALLEN AND SIMONE WHITE

Includes bonus enhanced eBook

Edited by Jeanne Allen, Griffith University Simone White, Queensland University of Technology

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Entering the teaching profession in the twenty-first century comes with many challenges and even more opportunities to meet the learning needs of Australian students. Learning to Teach in a New Era provides a fundamental introduction to educational practice for early childhood, primary and secondary preservice teachers. Closely aligned with the Australian Curriculum and the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, this text builds on foundational knowledge and provides guidance on professional development throughout your career in education. Organised in three sections – professional knowledge, professional practice and professional engagement – and thoroughly updated, this text introduces educational policy and the legal dimensions of education; encourages the development of practical skills in pedagogy, planning, assessment, digital technologies and classroom management; and supports effective communication and ethical practice. This edition features a new chapter exploring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing, enabling teachers to create respectful and culturally responsive classrooms.

• Links closely to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) and the Australian Curriculum to prepare preservice teachers for the frameworks that will shape their teaching careers • Thoroughly updated, this edition features a new chapter exploring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing, enabling teachers to create respectful and culturally responsive classrooms • Access to the complementary interactive ebook is provided inside the front cover of the printed book, unlocking a generous pool of self-assessment tools such as questions and video resources Contents

Part I. Introduction: 1. Teaching in the twenty-first century

Part II. Professional Knowledge: 2. Understanding the education landscape: policy, practice and context 3. Effective pedagogy for student learning 4. Teaching with digital technologies

Part III. Professional Practice: 5. Aligning curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and reporting 6. Planning for teaching 7. Student diversity, education and social justice 8. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education 9. Understanding classroom management 10. Promoting positive teaching and learning environments

Part IV. Professional Engagement: 11. Communication skills with students, staff and parents/caregivers 12. Becoming a teaching professional: scoping the ethical and legal dimensions

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Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood

Pedagogies of Inquiry and Relationships

Available August 2021 255 x 190 mm, 208 pp 9781108821117 | Paperback (also available as an eBook)

Wendy Boyd, Southern Cross University Nicole Green, University of Southern Queensland Jessie Jovanovic, Flinders University of South Australia

Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood: Pedagogies of Inquiryand Relationships is an introduction for early childhood educators beginning their studies. Reflecting the fact that there is no single correct approach to the challenges of teaching, this book explores teaching through two lenses: teaching as inquiry and teaching as relating. The first part of the book focuses on inquiry, covering early childhood learning environments, learning theories, play pedagogies, approaches to teaching and learning, documentation and assessment, and the policy, curriculum and regulatory requirements in Australia. The second part explores relationships in early childhood contexts and covers topics such as fostering meaningful and respectful relationships with children, and working with families, staff and the wider community. Written by well-respected academics in the field, Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood is a vital resource for those entering the early childhood education and care profession.

• Comprehensive and engaging introduction to teaching and learning in early childhood contexts in Australia • Each chapter is supported by a range of pedagogical features, including case studies and examples, definitions of key terms, reflective tasks, spotlights on practice, and end of chapter questions • Covers areas that students often find challenging, such as working with infants and toddlers, talking to families, and transitions to school • Highlights the role of reflective practice and invites readers to consider various aspects of early childhood teaching and learning through 'pause and reflect' boxes Contents

Part I: Teaching as Inquiry 1. The early childhood teacher 2. Working within early childhood learning environments 3. Co-constructing learning with children 4. Approaches to teaching and learning 5. Agentic documentation and assessment in the 21st century 6. Advocacy with early childhood policy, curriculum and regulatory requirements

Part II: Teaching as relating 7. Fostering meaningful and respectful relationships with children 8. Engaging with families and working in partnership 9. Working collaboratively with staff 10. Being with and connecting to community 11. Sustainability and connecting to nature 12. Inquiring and relating in the everyday life of an early childhood teacher