Product Description

In this accompaniment to the more theoretical Reader, the author investigates practical methods of advancement for the new geography teacher. Key ideas are highlighted throughout this well researched and executed text.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #350339 in Books
• Published on: 2002-09-26
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

Review
'With its companion reader, [Teaching Geography in Secondary Schools], this edited book is part of an integrated course and has articles that will pique the intellectual curiosity of pre-service teachers, practitioners and teacher educators from many communities...The book draws non-British readers into the practical concerns facing certified educators in many school situations in the professional field of geography education. The collection of articles successfully engages both pre-service teachers and experienced educators.' - Education Review

'This is an extremely useful book for trainee and experienced teachers alike...The book will be warmly welcomed by all PGCE geography students and experienced teachers. It provides a unique collection of work from leading geography educators, practitioners and examiners with an appropriate balance of theoretical ideas and practical advice to challenge thinking and promote good practice.' - Geography

From the Back Cover

The book is divided into four sections, addressing: geography in the school curriculum; geography in (and out) of the classroom; geography for the twenty-first century and research geography and professional development.