Understanding Learning and Teaching in Secondary Schools

Understanding Learning and Teaching in Secondary Schools has been specifically researched, written and developed to inform, support and guide anyone training to become a secondary teacher today. This comprehensive new text strikes a balance between the depth of theory covered in the book and its practical application in the classroom. The authors introduce and explore key ideas and issues in an accessible, highly readable way, inviting you to reflect on your own practice and challenge both your own and others' thinking. Each chapter includes: Stop and reflect questions and practical tasks Case studies to link theory to classroom practice Critical synthesis and links to further research for M-level study Challenge your thinking sections to encourage reflection and debate.