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Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

By: Jayne Metcalfe,Debbie Simpson,Ian Todd,Mike Toyn

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Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

By: Jayne Metcalfe,Debbie Simpson,Ian Todd,Mike Toyn

Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years is an accessible text that encourages readers to consider deeply what is meant by ′literacy′ today. It explores the many different ways in which teachers and children develop their own literacy. Specifically written for education students in the later years of their course, the text draws on research and practice to explore the challenges and opportunities involved, while helping to develop the reader′s own critical thinking skills. The book begins by asking ′what′s new about new literacies?′ and goes on to explore some technological innovations designed to support the emergent reader and writer. It considers verbal literacy, speaking and listening, and visual literacy. Readers are encourages to think through the issues surrounding inclusion and the legal and ethical issues raised by this post-typographic age. Throughout, practical guidance runs alongside structured critical thinking exercises to help the reader reflect on both theory and practice. About the Thinking Through Education Series Thinking Through Education is a series of texts designed and written specifically for those education students entering the second or final phase of their degree course. Structured around sets of specific ′skills′, each chapter uses critical thinking and reflective exercises to develop greater subject knowledge and critical awareness. Each book contains links to the Teachers′ Standards providing students with a clear transition from study to practice. Jayne Metcalfe is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cumbria. Jayne is involved in e-safety training of student teachers. Debbie Simpson is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cumbria. She is currently the acting Programme Leader for the Primary PGCE course. Ian Todd is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cumbria, with a specialism in English and an interest in the teaching of ICT. Mike Toyn is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cumbria where he also coordinates the teaching of primary ICT.

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Learning Matters

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0857258117

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9780857258113

Primary ICT Across the Curriculum

By: Debbie Simpson,Mike Toyn

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Primary ICT Across the Curriculum

By: Debbie Simpson,Mike Toyn

The changing landscape of primary teaching requires trainees to consider learning and teaching in new ways. This book supports trainee teachers working towards primary QTS in teaching primary ICT across all areas of the curriculum. It takes a truly cross-curricular approach, highlighting meaningful links across the curriculum, and embraces the latest thinking and current good practice. A chapter on social networking and e-safety gives essential guidance on this topical issue, and a section on developing your own skills in ICT is included. This Second Edition is linked to the 2012 Teachers' Standards and includes notes on the new National Curriculum.

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225

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SAGE Publications

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0857259636

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9780857259639

Backpacking Nevada

From Slickrock Canyons to Granite Summits (Large Print 16pt)

By: Mike White

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Backpacking Nevada

From Slickrock Canyons to Granite Summits (Large Print 16pt)

By: Mike White

Backpacking Nevada, the ultimate guide to backpacking trips in Nevada's basin and range, has 23 trips ranging from two days to two weeks. From the East Humboldt Wilderness to the Ruby Mountains and the Toiyabe Range, this guide describes the finest backpacking adventures in Nevada. Few people are aware of the vast eYespanse of natural beauty that lies outside the dizzying atmosphere of Nevada's Las Vegas and Reno metro areas. Venture outside the strip however, and discover untrammeled wilderness in the most mountainous state in the continental US. EYesplore the forests of the Carson Range, traverse the granite peaks and cascading creeks of the Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness, or watch elk and antelope in the remote Jarbridge Mountains.

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370

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ReadHowYouWant.com

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1458784320

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9781458784322

100+ Ideas for Teaching Mathematics

By: Mike Ollerton

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100+ Ideas for Teaching Mathematics

By: Mike Ollerton

All Mike's ideas have been tried and tested at the chalkface. This second edition will be at least 20% bigger and will contain ideas which range from simple addition to using and applying trigonometry, from naming 2D shapes to exploring the intrigues of 3D solids.

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A&C Black

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1441103023

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9781441103024

Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

By: Jayne Metcalfe,Debbie Simpson,Ian Todd,Mike Toyn

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By: Jayne Metcalfe,Debbie Simpson,Ian Todd,Mike Toyn

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Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

Primary ICT Across the Curriculum

Primary ICT Across the Curriculum

Backpacking Nevada

Backpacking Nevada

100+ Ideas for Teaching Mathematics

100+ Ideas for Teaching Mathematics

Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

Thinking Through New Literacies for Primary and Early Years

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