An Introduction to Education Studies: The Student Guide to Themes and Contexts - Hardcover

Sue Warren

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0826499198 ISBN 13: 9780826499196

Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd., 2009

Synopsis

"An Introduction to Education Studies" presents a concise overview for students who are new to this area of academic study. Part 1 introduces the reader to the main themes they will encounter in their study of education such as the sociology of education, the philosophy of education, comparative education, and ethics for educators.Part 2 explores the contexts within which education takes place in order to stimulate further thinking about education in action. Issues such as disaffection, pupil voice and breaking barriers to learning are introduced to give the reader a feel for such issues and how they might approach them.Through discussions of relevant literature and research, and the use of case studies and exploratory activities, students are encouraged to actively engage with their learning about theories and disciplines within the study of education and the contexts in which learners live and work. Each chapter is written in an accessible style and provides the reader with start points for further study.This book serves as a true course companion to meet the needs of students and lecturers working on Education Studies programmes. Prospective teachers may also find the book of interest as the subject matter is discussed in terms of theory and practical applications in a range of educational contexts.

About this title

About the Author

Dr Sue Warren is Principal Lecturer in Education Studies and the Education Subject Group Leader, Leeds Metropolitan University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0826499198
• ISBN 13: 9780826499196
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160
• Editor: Sue Warren