Current situation; The changing and developing 'learning agenda;' Practical learning; Improving the learning of children's reading; Improving the learning of children's writing; Improving the learning of speaking and listening; Learning in English for different groups; Summary.

Drawing on research carried out as part of the Teaching and Learning Research Programme, this work discusses the potential of consultation as a strategy for signalling a more partnership-oriented relationship in teaching and learning. It also examines the challenges of introducing and sustaining consultative practices.

Birth centres are suitable for every woman whose birth is straightforward, which accounts for around 75 per cent of all women. This guide shows how small scale maternity provision has a profound clinical and organisational advantage over large scale hospital provision, including saving of time and money by reducing intervention rates.

With a focus on improving children's literacy skills, this book provides answers to key questions that are directly relevant to primary teachers and parents. It presents fresh ways of linking learning in home and school through a range of activities that can be used to share knowledge between children, parents and teachers.