Teaching in Primary Schools

A broad, up-to-the-minute introduction to primary teaching at the approach of the millennium, this book covers all major issues, including competences, assessment, partnership, and classroom management. It focuses on the key core areas of English, mathematics and science, with a whole chapter given to every foundation subject. It is completely up-to-date with the revised UK National Curriculum. Down-to-earth and accessible to both the professional and the general reader, the book's approach is direct and practical, with straightforward illustrations and examples for those beginning training.