The new Fourth Edition of this popular textbook digs into the
research behind different aspects of teaching in order to give students
an informed understanding of what underpins high quality teaching. It
explores what the evidence shows about the effectiveness of different
approaches, drawing from a variety of educational schools of thought. It
is essential reading for all students on initial teacher education
courses including undergraduate, postgraduate, School Direct, Teach
First, and employment-based routes into teaching, and also qualified
teachers wanting to deepen their understanding of educational research.