Understanding Contemporary Education

This must-read book offers an exploration of key concepts that will allow trainee and practising teachers to engage in reflection, not only of their work at classroom level, but on education more broadly. Organised into five areas of concern: education policy, curriculum, teaching and learning, leadership in education, and teacher preparation, each concept is considered, with major features, controversies, and strengths and weaknesses highlighted. Follow-up questions challenge the reader to reflect on specific issues, and encourage involvement, not just in their own teaching, but in the planning and determination of the total programme of their school, and where possible, that of the nation.