Böcker av Jim Crawley

Focusing on a less well-known area of education, the Further Education (FE) sector, this book provides education studies students a chance to provoke reflection, analysis and understanding, as well as personal and professional development in the area. Jim Crawley brings over 40 years' experience working in or with the FE sector, reflected in his committed and passionate approach alongside carefully balanced academic analysis and discussion.The book covers subsectors of FE including colleges, skills for life, work-based learning and offender learning, and cross sector themes such as working and managing, social justice, equality and diversity and sustainability. The book also supports independent study and complement other topics and themes across and education studies degree. The book is perfect for new and existing students of Education Studies, joint honours courses, teacher training, and those researching for a master's degree or doctorate. It is the definitive text in the field, and ideal for anyone wanting to further their understanding of the FE sector.

Ever wondered where those socks go? Once there were two ... now only one! The mystery unravels as we follow the story of some very strange creatures - the Sock Pixies.

A humorous book for children, full of crazy creatures in bizarre circumstances. With an animal for every letter of the alphabet, and funny stories to go with each one, alliteration has never been such fun! Prepare yourself for some terrific tongue-twisters, alphabetic athletics and amazingly adventurous animals!

A call to action for post-compulsory teacher education professionals, both in the UK and internationally, to unite around key principles and practices.

Teachers working in Post Compulsory Education are recognised as being subject to a particularly acute set of pressures and challenges. This book helps you to manage the varied demands of teaching in PCE more effectively by offering advice and a range of teaching activities which help you become an effective, committed and reflective teacher.

This book presents students and experienced practitioners alike with an accessible guide on the complex dynamics of the couple relationship. Combining the theoretical grounding of various psychodynamic fields of thought with vivid case studies, it advises on how to address issues such as domestic violence, affairs and the step-family system.