Completely revised, this new edition with its fresh new design, teaching strategies, ideas and advice provide general principles for teaching. A Coherent, evidence based view of teaching and learning, presenting some radical new methods known to greatly improve student achievement.
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Teaching is about to embark on a revolution and, like medicine, abandon custom and practice, and fashions and fads to become evidence-based. Half a million experiments in real classrooms have uncovered the teaching methods that work best. These can improve students’ attainment by two grades compared with conventional practice. Over 50 of these top teaching methods are examined in this book and these methods, some old, some new:
* can each raise pass rates by 20 per cent to 30 per cent.
* are creative, challenging, and greatly enjoyed by students.
* require the learner to do more in class …. and the teacher less!
* equip students for progression, by ‘teaching intelligence’.
Petty argues that only teachers can lead the evidence-based revolution, and they must do so at their own pace, using as a guide the ultimate evidence – what works best in their own classrooms.
Teachers have as much to gain as students in meeting this professional challenge. The methods make teaching less draining and more interesting, as well as more effective.
This book is a road map into this exciting new territory. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
* can each raise pass rates by 20 per cent to 30 per cent.
* are creative, challenging, and greatly enjoyed by students.
* require the learner to do more in class …. and the teacher less!
* equip students for progression, by ‘teaching intelligence’.
Petty argues that only teachers can lead the evidence-based revolution, and they must do so at their own pace, using as a guide the ultimate evidence – what works best in their own classrooms.
Teachers have as much to gain as students in meeting this professional challenge. The methods make teaching less draining and more interesting, as well as more effective.
This book is a road map into this exciting new territory. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
Geoff Petty has a reputation for explaining learning and teaching issues in a down-to-earth, but lively and inspiring way. His book Teaching Today is the best-selling initial teacher training text in the UK, and this book is its sequel. He has worked as a consultant with over 100 Colleges and schools, and with all the major national education bodies including the DfES. He speaks on learning and teaching issues all over the country and abroad, and has worked as a Visiting Examiner for the Institute of Education.You can find extra chapters for Evidence-Based Teaching there, as well as other helpful information on learning and teaching methods.
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I used this text to support a continuing professional development course in active learning that I taught to practicing teachers. The focus on an evidence-based approach was very effective in convincing the class that these methods can be applied in a manner that promotes greater student achievement, holistic development and an engaging, rewarding challenge to the teachers themselves.
There is a wealth of useful information condensed in this book with an immediate examination of the methodologies that are shown to have the greatest positive impact on teaching and learning. This encourages experimentation from the beginning and several of my students took to "Assessment for Learning" with a passion. In fact, formative assessment is examined throughout the text.
The structure of learning is thoroughly examined with context provided by a useful summary of the SOLO taxonomy. This emphasis on structure is continued throughout the text and on completion of our course most teachers had gained considerable insight into the epistemology of their subjects in a way that allowed them to encourage critical thinking skills in their students.
There are chapters on teaching "thinking skills" that should be read by anyone engaged in teaching as they are very thought provoking and provide practical advice as to how to add these skills to typical classes. The book is supported by an excellent website that provides additional information and useful handouts.
I have no hesitation in recommending this book as a thought provoking text. It is unfortunate that there are some editing errors that can irritate, and poor organisation in places - don't get frustrated though; I am convinced that careful reading of this book will add a richness to your teaching.
There is a wealth of useful information condensed in this book with an immediate examination of the methodologies that are shown to have the greatest positive impact on teaching and learning. This encourages experimentation from the beginning and several of my students took to "Assessment for Learning" with a passion. In fact, formative assessment is examined throughout the text.
The structure of learning is thoroughly examined with context provided by a useful summary of the SOLO taxonomy. This emphasis on structure is continued throughout the text and on completion of our course most teachers had gained considerable insight into the epistemology of their subjects in a way that allowed them to encourage critical thinking skills in their students.
There are chapters on teaching "thinking skills" that should be read by anyone engaged in teaching as they are very thought provoking and provide practical advice as to how to add these skills to typical classes. The book is supported by an excellent website that provides additional information and useful handouts.
I have no hesitation in recommending this book as a thought provoking text. It is unfortunate that there are some editing errors that can irritate, and poor organisation in places - don't get frustrated though; I am convinced that careful reading of this book will add a richness to your teaching.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Tartan girl
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I have found this book invaluable (along with Petty's previous book 'Teaching Today') in providing me with numerous ideas for active teaching. The ideas can be adapted for almost any subject and mean delivering sessions is now so much more enjoyable. The research findings behind these ideas makes so much sense and has completely changed my approach to teaching. Geoff Petty's website is worth a visit for additional information and video lectures.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Neil White
Format:Paperback
This book is simply outstanding. It is the only education book I have read from cover to cover - and since then I have returned to different chapters on a regular basis.
Easy and clear to read, each page has great ideas that you can put into practice in your classroom regardless of which age group or subject you teach. The ideas are useful for teachers, heads of departments and senior managers.
The key is that the book tells you how effective each idea is likely to be so that you can focus your time efficiently - lots of these teaching ideas could be used as INSET for all staff.
A colleague new to the profession would do well to read Mr Petty's other book 'Teaching Today' first.
If the Government wants to improve education, it should give a copy of this book to every teacher and allow them 30 minutes a day to read it.
Easy and clear to read, each page has great ideas that you can put into practice in your classroom regardless of which age group or subject you teach. The ideas are useful for teachers, heads of departments and senior managers.
The key is that the book tells you how effective each idea is likely to be so that you can focus your time efficiently - lots of these teaching ideas could be used as INSET for all staff.
A colleague new to the profession would do well to read Mr Petty's other book 'Teaching Today' first.
If the Government wants to improve education, it should give a copy of this book to every teacher and allow them 30 minutes a day to read it.
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Comprehensive coverage of the full range of pedagogy; Hattie's and Marzano's research is brought together side by side. Read more
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Brought this whilst I study my cert ed, it's really say to understand and a fantastic book for referencing. Read more
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A must-read for every teacher
It seems that I have been waiting my whole career for this book. I have been teaching for 30 years and was reassured that much of what I do is recommended in the book. Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. Attwood
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A great resource
Nothing particularly new in here, just recent research linked to practical strategies packaged in an accessible form. Great for busy teachers to dip into.
Published 8 months ago by Geoman
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An inspiring read
Links science of learning into classroom teaching brilliantly. I would recommend this to new or experienced teachers alike; it promotes a style of teaching that is both effective... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Gangster
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Essential reading for educators
This is essential for educators; new, seasoned, tired, fresh. Essential.
Many educational books are hypocritically dull and boring or full of confusing elitist techno-speak. Read more
Many educational books are hypocritically dull and boring or full of confusing elitist techno-speak. Read more
Published 11 months ago by t33ch
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Very good. Gives all the necessary information on what tools to use for different teaching styles with an emphasis on what methods produce the best results. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mike095
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Practical advice
Really useful book! Focussing on the classroom rather than on clinical research, this is of great value to the teacher dealing with real issues.
Published 18 months ago by Biggles
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I am currently studying for my PGCE and this book is excellent, it uses research studies into the most effective teaching and learning techniques and rates them. Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2010 by Gary
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Great content but, for a second edition, still poorly structured.
As a mere NQT, I have found this book far more accessible and applicable than Hattie's 'Visible Learning', on which it is very strongly based. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 2010 by MathsNQT
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