This is a no-fuss practical guide to choosing appropriate & intriguing research questions for all those carrying out research projects & dissertations for the first time. It fills a major gap in the literature of social research. It is a straightforward & practical guide packed with examples to aid learning. It is accessible relevant & topical throughout the social sciences.A guide to generating formulating & refining research questions this book takes the reader through the processes involved in developing researchable questions from initial ideas or broad topics. Common problems & mistakes are identified & the links between research questions & research design are discussed. ...

This title is part of a series of seven photocopiable science activity books for primary schools & home study. The books provide activities to support the teaching of science in the Foundation Stage Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2. The activities are designed to develop childrens skills in scientific investigation & to encourage them to use those skills in furthering their knowledge & understanding. The activities are presented in a way which stimulates childrens interest & enthusiasm in the world around them & which links scientific principles to everyday observations & phenomena. ...

A series of three photocopiable activity books for teaching Spanish to beginners suitable for both primary & secondary schools extra-curricular clubs & to use at home. The series provides lively appealing teaching resources that encourage the acquisition & immediate use of Spanish in a communicative & natural way. The books follow the proven successful formula of Developing French. They support the Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages & the QCA scheme of work for Spanish & the content is compatible with the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland & the curricula for the Republic & Northern Irel&. ...

A series of three photocopiable activity books for teaching Spanish to beginners suitable for both primary & secondary schools extra-curricular clubs & to use at home. The series provides lively appealing teaching resources that encourage the acquisition & immediate use of Spanish in a communicative & natural way. The books follow the proven successful formula of Developing French. They support the Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages & the QCA scheme of work for Spanish & the content is compatible with the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland & the curricula for the Republic & Northern Irel&. ...

A series of three photocopiable activity books for teaching Spanish to beginners suitable for both primary & secondary schools extra-curricular clubs & to use at home. The series provides lively appealing teaching resources that encourage the acquisition & immediate use of Spanish in a communicative & natural way. The books follow the proven successful formula of Developing French. They support the Key Stage 2 Framework for Languages & the QCA scheme of work for Spanish & the content is compatible with the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland & the curricula for the Republic & Northern Irel&. ...

Developing Thinking & Understanding in Young Children presents a comprehensive & accessible overview of contemporary theory & research about young childrens developing thinking & understanding. Throughout this second edition the ideas & theories presented are enlivened by transcripts of childrens activities & conversations taken from practice & contemporary research helping readers to make links between theory research & practice. Each chapter also

Includes:: ideas for further reading & suggested activities. Aimed at all those interested in how young children develop through their thoughts & actions Sue Robson explores: theories of cognitive development the social emotional & cultural contexts of childrens thinking childrens conceptual development visual thinking approaches to supporting the development of young childrens thinking & understanding latest developments in brain science & young children the central roles of play & language in young childrens developing thinking. Including a new chapter on young childrens musical thinking expanded sections on self regulation metacognition & creative thinking & the use of video to observe & describe young childrens thinking this book will be an essential read for all students undertaking Early Childhood Primary PGCE & EYPS courses. Those studying for a Foundation degree in Early Years & Childcare will also find this book to be of interest.

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' Geometry is often given less time in the teaching timetable than other aspects of mathematics. This book encourages practitioners to think about & raise its profile indeed achieving what its title suggest'
- Primary Practice ' This creative innovative & fascinating book/CD package is one you MUST BUY". All prospective new & experienced teachers of mathematics can use it to transform their teaching. All readers can use it to reignite their fascination with mathematics'
- Professor Sylvia Johnson Sheffield Hallam University ' This book exudes activity & interactivity. Moreover it provides challenge in the context of a significant pedagogy one that is not just present but actually made explicit. It is undoubtedly a book to learn geometry with but also one to learn to think more deeply about geometry about its nature & essence & also about its teaching & learning'
- David Pimm Developing Thinking in Geometry enables teachers & their support staff to experience & teach geometric thinking. As well as discussing key teaching principles the book & accompanying interactive CD include many activities that encourage readers to extend their own learning & consequently their teaching practices. The book is constructed around the following key themes:
- invariance;
- language & points of view;
- reasoning using invariance;
- visualising & representing. These themes draw on teaching principles developed by the team at the Open University's Centre for Mathematics Education which has a 20-year track record of innovative approaches to teaching & learning geometry. This is a 'must have' text for all primary mathematics specialists secondary & Further Education mathematics teachers & their support staff. Anyone who wishes to create an understanding & enthusiasm for geometry based upon firm research & effective practice will enjoy this book. This is the course reader for the Open University Course ME627 Developing Geometric Thinking"






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The authors of Developing Vision & Style are three of Britain's most respected landscape photographers; in this book they have combined forces to share their wide-ranging experience & expertise with those who aspire as they do to create images that reflect their own visions of a chosen landscape & which have a distinctive personal style. Alongside a portfolio of their latest work each of the three authors writes about the genre for which they are so well-known: how they came to it what inspires them how each developed his own particular style. The book also features photographs submitted in response to an invitation to participants in Light & Land workshops & readers of Outdoor Photography magazine accompanied by comments critiques & advice from the three authors who suggest ways in which these contributors might further develop & refine their work. The combination of stunning imagery with inspirational & insightful three-to-one advice makes Light & Land a truly unique experience which no landscape enthusiast will want to do without. This is the second book in the ' Light & Land' series. ...

A practical resource this book combines tips checklists exercises & stories to outline concrete processes that improve the way leaders managers & anyone within an organization responds to conflict. Beginning with a series of questions & self-diagnostics the authors show you how to: maintain emotional balance in the face of conflict; implement constructive communications techniques; help others deal with conflicts that are causing organization problems; establish norms for handling conflict; use specific approaches for addressing conflict more effectively. A must-have guidebook for the new age of global business. This book shows every leader how to turn feelings of fear into feelings of safety suspicion into trust & competitiveness into collaboration." --Jim Kouzes coauthor of the best-selling book The Leadership Challenge & Deans Executive Professor of Leadership Leavey School of Business Santa Clara University " Craig Runde & Tim Flanagan use their vast experience to give us Developing Your Conflict Competence. Move beyond negative workplace conflict to positive & constructive outcomes with the simple tools & suggestions in this must-read field guide!" --Marshall Goldsmith best-selling author of What Got You Here Wont Get You There Succession: Are You Ready? & the upcoming MOJO " Ive read the authors first two books Becoming a Conflict Competent Leader & Building Conflict Competent Teams. Their latest book pulls it all together by providing models examples & thought-provoking insight. It will be required reading for my senior management team." --Deborah Jallad president/chairman Accredited Surety & Casualty Company Inc." ...

Developing Youth Football Players" is a comprehensive guide for coaches of players aged 7-14 that provides specific coaching instruction at various levels of development. The book presents coaching philosophies skill instruction & practice games for players in three age groups: 7 years & up 10 years & up & 12 years & up. More than 150 games & exercises & 10 competitions are spread among four development levels to provide a sound proven & progressive system to help young players improve. Coaching instruction is provided on how to teach & interact with young players to help ensure the children continue enjoying the game. The book is aimed specifically at international youth football coaches & organisations as well as parents of young international football players." ...