The Articulate Classroom Talking and Learning in the Primary School

An introduction to the place of talk in primary classrooms; Talking and thinking (ICT); Bilingual learners; Children's social talk; Open ended questions; Having your own voice valued; Storytelling; Talking about grammar; Group work; Talk in the nursery; Role play at Key Stage 1; Drama; Talking about literacy; Talking about literature; Talking about mathematics; Talking about writing; Circle time.

Biography

Prue Goodwin

"This is an authoritative collection of articles by leading educationalists which gives an excellent range of ideas on the place of talk in the primary curriculum. Throughout their school career, children, children need to be confident about speaking out in the classroom and in front of their peers. This is not always easy to achieve, but the practical ideas in this book will facilitate the role of talk in learning, this book focuses attention on the importance of fully enabling pupils. It's a book which can be read cover to cover, or dipped into as the articles are grouped according to a flexible framework. The book explores the importance of talk in learning; discursive and interactive classrooms; talking and learning in the early years; talk across the curriculum and the importance of storytelling and drama. The new introduction reflects on key research developments since the book was first published. The Articulate Classroom is an engaging introduction to the field which is still very relevant to today's readers. It will remain an indispensable guide for teachers looking to extend their skills, and a unique chance for education researchers to gain an overview from experts in the field."

Sarah Brew, Parents in Touch Review