Analysing data on eighteen countries, this book systematically and comparatively evaluates norms, attitudes, and opinions concerning democracy and its consolidation and presents readers with a pan-Latin American examination of the region's contemporary political culture.

Harness digital storytelling as a powerful tool to teach traditional and 21st-century literacy skills to help students reach deeper understandings in all areas of the curriculum!

This practical resource enables teachers to confidently plan and manage effective mobile technology lessons, with step-by-step instructions for digital photography, video, ePublishing and more so that students are transformed into content creators.

With chapter sequencing following the new Curriculum, this book supports trainee teachers to make use of the opportunities presented in the National Curriculum for effective and engaging Primary Science teaching.

A manual to teach students the science and reality of climate change, while empowering them to take action in their own communities.

This book scaffolds teachers as they learn to develop effective text dependent questions across ELA, science, and social studies/history with the goal of assisting students to read closely and comprehend deeply.

This title is designed to institutionalize a "common engagement literacy" for schools and districts to use in creating a culture of "passionate learners."

While most books focus on transition from secondary education to the immediate future (college or initial employment), this book addresses adulthood from a developmental perspective that includes educational, vocational, social, interpersonal, and emotional dimensions throughout the lifespan.

In this user-friendly compilation, leading experts discuss topics vital to primary school educators including classroom management, using technology, co-teaching, and diverse student populations.

Packed with examples, including a full sample puzzle game for you to use with your students, this book is a primer for classroom teachers on designing robust learning activities using problem-solving principles.