Subject Teaching in Primary Education

‘An essential read for trainee and newly qualified teachers covering all key areas of the primary curriculum. There is a real sense of experienced and enthusiastic practitioners writing about ‘what makes good’ and why, with lots of clear practical examples of how to put ideas into practice.’

-- Jackie Keith

′An essential read for trainee and newly qualified teachers covering all key areas of the primary curriculum. Experienced teachers will also find this useful as a refresher, as well as those leading  a new area of the curriculum.  Current pedagogy and systems are referred to throughout in a very accessible way. There is a real sense of experienced and enthusiastic practitioners writing about ‘what makes good’ and why, with lots of clear practical examples of how to put ideas into practice.′

-- Jackie Keith

′The general message of the book appears to not only prepare teachers to think about each subject area but to recognise, as Eisner (2002: 58) would suggest, that the teacher ‘teaches herself as well as the subject’.  As a result paying each subject due attention and recognising their strengths and learning opportunities becomes important; enabling the subjects to be represented more evenly to children.

Useful connections to recent policy and relevant research literature which  provides an up to date feel.  In addition classroom practice is represented through the practice based examples. 

A creative approach to art and design is encouraged in the dedicated chapter on this important area of the curriculum.  This approach encourages children to be playful with materials and ideas,   but to also become knowledgeable in traditional and contemporary art practices: drawing painting photography and through the use of sketchbooks.   Material is included which supports the management of the learning environment and positive approaches to engaging with a  broad selection of artistic practices.   References to recent policy and research material helps contextualise the ideas in a broader setting.′

-- Paul Key
This is well written and very clear in outlining the complex role of a class teacher. -- Miss Diana Parton * drupal *
Useful text. Recommended text for Whole Curriculum Studies. -- Miss Julie Taylor * drupal *
Subject Teaching in Primary Schools′ is a very accessible read, and would be ideal reading for students new to teaching, and as a quick reference for teachers on subjects with which they need to become more familiar. The short chapters are pithy, and inevitably don′t cover all aspects - but this is addressed by pointing to further reading by respected authors. The introduction should be read by all student teachers. -- Mr David Wheway * drupal *
This text will be used in conjunction with others, so give students a broader perspective about curriculum design and delivery. -- Mr Imran Mogra * drupal *
A good text for any student studying primary education. Very assessable with each chapter providing a good overview of key issues. -- Mr Michael Green * drupal *
A useful text covering the range of primary subjects enabling the student to see an overview of subject knowledge and understanding in all subjects. The PE chapter highlights key principles for teaching and learning which will supplement their understanding. -- Mrs Alison Carney * drupal *
Helpful addition to the reading for the module -- Mrs Dawn Burnham * drupal *
A necessary resource to reflect the new National Curriculum. The chapters are carefully presented and for students on the BEd Early Years Teaching route ( 3 - 7), the first chapter acts as a transition process from the Early Years Foundation Stage to Keystage 1 and beyond. -- Mrs JANET DOUGLAS GARDNER * drupal *
A useful book to give an introduction to the primary curriculum for trainee teachers embarking on their studies. The case studies provide insights into how the curriculum could be structured in the primary classroom. -- Mrs Marion Hobbs * drupal *
Really good to have coverage of the whole curriculum with quality chapters written by subject specialists. -- Mrs Ruth Livingstone * drupal *
This gives a general overview for those very new to primary education -- Ms Anna Ferris * drupal *
its good to be ale to offer a range of books for our traieens to draw on -- Ms Sally Howard * drup