This book sets out principles for effective talk for learning and teaching in primary classrooms.Based on the principle that talk is fundamental to learning, the authors identify what quality talk for learning looks like, and identify and analyze the classroom contexts where effective talk is particularly encouraged. They detail the reflective journeys of teachers and learners, and guide readers in an easy structured format. Using case study material they provide access to a range of voices.
Each chapter includes:
" vignettes of practice from different phases and curriculum subjects
" a summary of key points
" suggestions for strategies to try in class
This book is for student teachers on undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and for those specializing in Literacy and English.
Nikki Gamble is Director of Write Away and Associate Consultant at the Institute of Education, University of London
David Reedy is Principal Adviser for Primary schools in Barking and Dagenham Local Authority. David is also the current President of the United Kingdom Literacy Association (UKLA).
- ISBN10 0857029711
- ISBN13 9780857029713
- Publish Date 15 January 2020
- Publish Status Cancelled
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint SAGE Publications Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 192
- Language English