A Teaching Assistant's Guide to Child Development and Psychology in the Classroom

Bentham, Susan

ISBN 10: 041531108X / ISBN 13: 9780415311083

Published by Taylor & Francis Group, 2003

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP16503562

Synopsis:

This book will help teaching assistants get to grips with the main issues to do with psychology and its role in the processes of teaching and learning.

Susan Bentham provides informative yet down-to-earth commentary on the basic principles underlying children's development and addresses issues such as:

• how to support learning
• What are the basic learning styles?
• teaching children with special educational needs
• how to help children with their self-esteem and independence.

Chapters are complemented throughout with lively case studies and guidance on using reflection in the classroom to help readers critically review their own professional practice.

This book covers the relevant knowledge base requirements at both NVQ/SVQ Level 2 and 3 which relates to psychology and education as outlined in the National Occupational Standards. It will also be an invaluable aid for all teaching assistants in schools.

About the Author: Susan Bentham is Head of Psychology at Bognor Regis Adult Education Centre.

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Teaching Assistant's Guide to Child ...
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st Edition.