A comprehensive critical survey of the controversies, theories and practices central to secondary education, this book provides teachers, researchers, parents and policy-makers with a vital new reference resource. It covers topics such as: assessment; citizenship curriculum; e-learning; exclusion theories of learning; and work experience.

This text is designed to assist secondary schools to identify strengths, weaknesses and priorities for action, and provide the photocopiable proformas which can be used in an annual, rolling audit which should lead to the production of effective development plans.

As author himself points out in his introduction to this seminal childcare book, to be a successful parent means a lot of very hard work. Controversial yet powerfully influential to this day, this classic collection of his lectures offers important guidelines for child rearing based on the crucial role of early relationships.

What challenges does outer space pose for political theory? This volume analyzes the strategies and policies that promote space activities, placing these strategies and policies within a broader theoretical perspective. The book highlights how activities in outer space are always connected to earth-bound practices.

Provides practical guidance on various aspects of security work and is a ready made source of information for various members of the security profession, including managers, supervisors and trainers. This book reflects changes in the criminal law, fire protection and security practices.

Read about the contributions made to the exciting fields of Arts Education, Curriculum Studies and Qualitative Research by Professor Eisner, who has spent 40 years researching, thinking and writing about some of the key and enduring issues.

This books sets out the theoretical underpinnings of self-research and outlines examples of the methodology in different contexts.