Sally Hawkins – författare

If you have ever asked yourself “How do I become an outstanding teacher?” then this is the book for you. Combining state-of-the-art practices with deep insight from many years’ experience of teaching, the book develops and explains how to change practice and attain excellence as a teacher. Seven core themes are embedded in a four level hierarchy of practice that guides the reader from the fundamentals of successful teaching to the highest levels of accomplishment.

The book offers: • A ‘one-stop-shop’ providing a structured and supported approach to becoming an outstanding teacher• A unique action planning feature at the end of each level, creating a platform for your personal development• A range of guided reflection activities, to help develop your skills and understanding of the many aspects of teaching

The unique focus on your individual development and creating an authentic identity as the foundation for excellence makes Outstanding Primary Teaching and Learning essential reading for the every trainee teacher or those wishing to enhance practice. 

“There are a few educational texts that you do not want to put down, and this is one! The book will encourage, motivate and inspire trainee teachers, recently qualified, early career and established teachers to reach the heights of their potential.” Dr. Tracy Whatmore, Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham, UK“An easy to read book with sound practical advice underpinned by theory which every trainee teacher or early career teacher can dip into for guidance. It captures the essence of primary teaching through the metaphor of a coat and I’m sure readers will adapt their coats accordingly as they journey through the book.”Professor Vini Lander, Edge Hill University, UK

“Outstanding Primary Teaching and Learning” is an absolute must-read for teachers of any age or experience who would like to become more outstanding in their practice. Written from a unique and highly reflective perspective of pedagogy as an art, a proactive and inspiring approach is taken to journey the reader along a personalised path, enabled through highly constructive and reflective opportunities.”Alexander S Phipps, Postgraduate Student, Institute for Education, The University of Chichester, UK“Sally’s writing style is both personal and humorous, which will engage and motivate busy teachers.  She seamlessly combines the latest theories and applies them to classroom practice.  By including regular reflection tasks, this book can become a valuable accompaniment to trainees regular mentor meetings.  Those who engage with Sally’s questions and follow her recommendations, will develop a deep understanding of the role of the teacher and will develop a substantial toolkit to draw upon in the classroom.”Mark Bagust, Associate Headteacher, Cantell School, UK

The book begins by asking 'what are ethics and values?' and goes on to explore social diversity and society and education. It considers ethics and values and the curriculum, school organisation and the classroom. A chapter on ethics, values and the teacher encourages the reader to examine their own thoughts about education. Throughout, practical guidance runs alongside structured critical thinking exercises to help the reader and reflect on both theory and practice.

About the Series

Thinking Through Education is a new series of texts designed and written specifically for those education students entering the second or final phase of their degree course. Structured around sets of specific 'skills', each chapter uses critical thinking and reflective exercises to develop greater subject knowledge and critical awareness.