1st Edition
How do expert primary classteachers really work? A critical guide for teachers, headteachers and teacher educators
1. Introduction
2. The nature of expertise
3. Teacher expertise
4. What is distinctive about the primary classroom?
5. How primary classteachers with a high level of expertise actually work
6. Conclusions
7. References
8. Index
Biography
Dr Tony Eaude was previously a headteacher of a multi-cultural primary school in Oxford. After studying for a doctorate at the Department of Education, University of Oxford, he has worked independently, mainly in research, writing and teaching both adults and children. He is passionate about the need to change current approaches to teaching young children.
an excellent proposal on a highly relevant contemporary topic ... this book will be greatly appreciated by primary school educators. ... This is serious, principled work for which thought has been given in terms of attractive presentation to a defined audience. Good stuff.
Professor Andrew PollardHow do Expert Primary Classteachers Really Work? offers an insight into the rewarding role of the Expert Primary Practitioner. It explores the challenges and asks important questions such as: ‘Can expertise be assessed in one lesson?’, ‘Does teaching expertise vary between cultures?’ and ‘Can one separate one’s beliefs about expertise from those about education?’ A very thought provoking read which explores the key areas of teacher expertise in great detail. It investigates how primary classteachers with a high level of expertise act and think. The text offers many layers of insight in regard to a primary teacher’s role and the needed expertise to be the best you can be. The text is an extremely helpful read for teachers, headteachers and teacher educators and perhaps even more advanced teacher trainees who are keen to deepen their knowledge and understanding.
Lizana Oberholzer, NASBTT
