Teaching in Effective Primary Schools: Research Into Pedagogy and Children's Learning

This authoritative book distinguishes excellent classroom practice from the good and from the poor, and illustrates a range of effective teaching strategies found in primary schools. Closely observed and illuminating examples bring to life the findings gathered from 82 focus primary schools examined in the prestigious EPPSE (Effective Pre-school, Primary and Secondary Education) Project.

Previous EPPSE publications shared important insights into pedagogy and classroom practice through the analysis of the related quantitative data. This is the practitioners' book, presenting the rich, qualitative descriptions of classroom life based on the researchers' detailed observations of Year 5 Literacy and Numeracy lessons. The authors:
* describe the specific teaching behavior and relationships that affected student learning outcomes advantageously - or not
* identify which were the most - and least - effective lessons and why
* analyze key aspects of lessons such as: interactions, teacher-pupil dialogue and behavior management.

Effective Teachers in Primary Schools is an essential resource for all primary school leaders, classroom teachers and those looking for practical and evidence-based approaches to improve pupil outcomes through classroom practice. It will also appeal to researchers and students interested in mixed method or longitudinal studies of education.

Headteachers, teachers, parents, politicians and school governors have long been united in wondering how to produce effective teaching in primary schools - but they could find few reliable answers. This book changes that. Here, some of the UK's leading researchers into effective primary school provision combine qualitative and quantitative research findings to shine a spotlight on teaching in effective primary schools. They reveal the pedagogical strategies that are the hallmark of successful schools and bring these strategies to life through detailed observations of classroom interactions. Reading this book takes you into the classrooms of skillful teachers and describes inspirational teaching. The book offers accessible, multi-layered evidence for making learning more engaging and motivating for children, through better pedagogical practice.