Iram Siraj

Aziza Mayo

Examines the impact that parents and schools have on disadvantaged children who perform against the odds.

The Impact of Parents and Schools

Social Class and Educational Inequality

Elaine Hallet

'This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of "caring" alongside "effective", and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.' - Professor Margaret Carr, University of Waikato, New Zealand Effective and caring leadership is an essential part of raising standards and increasing the quality of learning in early childhood settings. This book explains leadership practices that can make a positive difference to the provision offered and improve outcomes for both children and families. With theoretical, practical and research-informed perspectives, this book: Uses case studies to provide examples of effective leadership Integrates education and care with key practices in effective leadership Explores directional, collaborative, empowering and pedagogical leadership Offers readers opportunity to reflect upon their own leadership practices This is a key text for anyone studying Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate Early Years Leaders and those training to work in settings, schools and children’s services. Professor Iram Siraj is Professor of Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Dr. Elaine Hallet is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London.

Effective and Caring Leadership in the Early Years

Kathy Sylva

Edward Melhuish

Pam Sammons

Brenda Taggart

Donna-Lynne Shepherd

This authoritative book distinguishes excellent classroom practice from the good and from the poor and illustrates a range of effective teaching strategies. This practitioners book presents rich, qualitative descriptions of classroom life based on the researchers detailed observations of British primary schools. The authors describe the specific teaching behavior that affected student learning outcomes; identify which were the most and least effective lessons and why; and analyze key aspects of the lessons such as interactions, teacher-pupil dialogue and behavior management.

Research Into Pedagogy and Children's Learning

Teaching in Effective Primary Schools

Iram Siraj

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