This page is where I will keep a record of the texts that I use and refer to in my continuing professional studies and development.
2CM6 – Languages
English Language
Bazalgette, C. (Ed.) (2010) Teaching media in primary schools. London: Sage (eBook)
Bowkett, S. and Fulton, D. (2008) Countdown to creative writing. London: Routledge (eBook)
Corbett, P. and Strong, J. (2011) Talk for writing across the curriculum: how to teach non-fiction writing to 5-12 year olds. London: McGraw-Hill (eBook)
Corden, R, (2007) Literacy and learning through talk. Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Cremin, T. (2009) Teaching English creatively. London: (eBook; 3 hard ccs)
Mallett, M. (2009) Choosing and using fiction and non-fiction 3-11. London: Routledge (eBook)
Medwell, J., Moore, G., Wray, D. and Griffiths, V. (2009) Primary English: knowledge and understanding. (4th ed.) Exeter: Learning Matters (6ccs/key text for Year 1)
Medwell, J., Wray, D. and Minns, H. (2009) Primary English: teaching theory and practice. (4th ed.) Exeter: Learning Matters (eBook/key text for year 1)
Perkins, M. (2012) Observing primary literacy. London: Sage (11 hard copies)
Saxton, M. (2010) Child language acquisition and development. London: Sage (5 ccs)
Scottish Government (2009) Curriculum for excellence experiences and outcomes: literacy and English. Available at http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningteachingandassessment/curriculumareas/languages/litandenglish/eandos/index.asp [last accessed 14.03.2013]
Scottish Government (2009) Curriculum for excellence principles and practice: literacy and English. Available at http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningteachingandassessment/curriculumareas/languages/litandenglish/principlesandpractice/index.asp
Waugh, D., Hansen, A. and Joliffe, W. (2012) Teaching systematic synthetic phonics in primary schools. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage (10 ccs)
Whitehead, M. (2009) Supporting language and literacy development in the early years. (2nd ed.) Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Wray, D. (2004) Teaching literacy using texts to enhance learning. London: David Fulton Publishers (8 hard ccs)
Wray, D. and Lewis, M. (1997) Extending literacy: children reading and writing non-fiction. London: Routledge (eBook)
Armstrong, M. (2006) Children writing stories. Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Bowkett, S. (2009) Countdown to creative writing: step by step approach to writing techniques for 7-12 year olds. Abingdon: David Fulton Publishers (eBook)
Cain, K. (2010) Reading development and difficulties. Chichester: Blackwell (3 ccs)
Campbell, R. (2002) Reading in the early years handbook. Buckingham: Open University Press (4 ccs)
Carroll, J., Bowyer-Crane, C., Duff, F., Hulme, C. and Snowling, M. (2011) Developing language & literacy: effective intervention in the early years. Oxford: Blackwell (1 cc)
Eke, R. and Lee, J. (2008) Using talk effectively in the primary classroom. London: David Fulton Publishers (6 ccs)
Graham, J. and Kelly, A. (2007) Reading under control: teaching reading in the primary school. Abingdon: David Fulton Publishers (4 ccs)
Goodwin, P. (2004) Literacy through creativity. London: David Fulton Publishers (1 cc)
Hall, K. (2009) Listening to Stephen Read. Maidenhead: Open University Press (5 ccs)
Hall, W. (2009) Dyslexia in the primary classroom Exeter: Learning Matters (eBook)
Hoff, E. and Schatz, M. (Eds.) (2009) Blackwell handbook of language development. Oxford: Blackwell (eBook)
Lankshear, C. and Knobel, M. (2006) New literacies: everyday practices and classroom learning. Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Lankshear, C. and Knobel, M. (2011) New literacies: everyday practices and social learning. Maidenhead: Open University Press (5 copies)
Marlin, T., Lovat, C. and Purnell, G. (2007) The really useful literacy book. London: Routledge (2 ccs)
Nunes, T. and Bryant, P. (2009) Children’s reading and spelling beyond the first steps. Chichester: Blackwell (1 cc)
Sinclair, C. (2007) Grammar: a friendly approach. Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Smith, J. (2010) Talk, thinking and philosophy in the primary classroom. Exeter: Learning Matters (eBook)
Snowling, M. and Hulme, C. (Eds.) (2005) The science of reading: a handbook. Oxford: Blackwell (1 cc)
Wilson, A. and Scanlon, J. (2011) Language knowledge for primary teachers (4th ed.) London: Routledge (3 ccs; 3rd edition 2005 eBook)
Wray, D. (2006) Teaching literacy across the primary curriculum. Exeter: Learning Matters (4 ccs)
Modern Languages
Kirsch, C. (2008) Teaching foreign languages in the primary school. London: Continuum
Hood, P. and Tobutt, K. (2009) Modern languages in the primary school. London: SAGE Publications (eBook)
McLachlan, A. and Jones, J. (2009) Primary languages in practice: a guide to teaching and learning. Maidenhead: Open University Press (eBook)
Scottish Government (2009) Curriculum for excellence Modern Languages experiences and outcomes. Available at
http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningteachingandassessment/curriculumareas/languages [last accessed 24.06.2014]
Scottish Government (2009) Curriculum for excellence Modern Languages principles and practice. Available at
http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningteachingandassessment/curriculumareas/languages [last accessed 24.06.2014]
Jones, J. and Coffey, S. (2006) Modern foreign languages 5-11: A Guide for Teachers. London: David Fulton Publishers
Martin, C. (2008) Primary languages: effective teaching and learning (Achieving QTS). Exeter: Learning Matters.
2CM5 – Educational Studies: Historical and Comparative Perspectives
Bartlett, S. and Burton, D. (2012) Introduction to Education Studies. 3rd edn. London: Sage.
Bee, H. and Boyd, D. (2011) The Developing Child. 13th edn. Boston: Pearson Education.
Bailey, R. (ed) (2010) The Philosophy of Education: An Introduction. London: Continuum.
Carr, D. (2003) Making Sense of Education. Oxon: Routledge.
Armstrong, T. (2009) Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom. 3rd edn. Alexandria, Va: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Bignold, W. And Gayton, L. (eds.) (2009) Global Issues and Comparative Education. Exeter:Learning Matters.
Blagg, N. (1991) Can We Teach Intelligence? Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
Bryce, T.G.K. and Humes, W.M. (2013) Scottish Education 4th edn. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press.
Cianciolo, A. T. & Sternberg R. J. (2004) Intelligence A Brief History. Oxford: Blackwell.
Donaldson, M. (1978) Children’s Minds. London: Fontana.
Deary, I. (2001) Intelligence: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Eysenck, M.W. (2009) Fundamentals of Psychology. East Sussex: Psychology Press.
Fontana, D. (1995) Psychology for Teachers. 2nd edn. London: MacMillan.
Fisher, R. (1998) Teaching Thinking. London: Continuum.
Giddens, A. (2009) Sociology. Cambridge : Polity Press.
Haralambos, M. and Holborn, M. (2004) Sociology Themes and Perspectives. 6th edn. London: Collins.
Lipman, M. (2003) Thinking in Education. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Lucas, B. And Claxton, G. (2010) New Kinds of Smart: how the science of learnable intelligence is changing education. Maidenhead: Open University Press. (eBook)
Meigham, A. & Harbor, C. (2008) Sociology of Education. London : Continuum.
Paterson, L. (2003) Scottish Education in the Twentieth Century Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press.
Smith, P., Cowie, H. and Blades, M. (2011) Understanding Children’s Development. 5th edn. Chichester: Wiley.
Wood, D. (1998) How Children Think and Learn. 2nd edn. Oxford: Blackwell.
Wood, K. (2011) Education: the basics. Oxon: Routledge.
1CM4 – Teaching Across the Curriculum
Scottish Government (2009) Curriculum for Excellence, Experiences and outcomes for all curriculum areas
Available at: http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/Images/all_experiences_outcomes_tcm4-539562.pdf
Buckingham, D. (2007) Beyond technology: children’s learning in the age of digital culture. Cambridge: Polity Press.
Cale, L.(2009) Getting the Buggers Fit. : Continuum.
Cox, S and Watts, R. (eds.) (2007), Teaching Art & Design 3-11. London: Continuum.
Dunne, M and Peacock, A. (2012) Primary Science: A Guide to Teacher Practice. London: Sage.
Haylock, D. (2010) Mathematics Explained for Primary Teachers. (4th edn.) London: Sage Publications.
Mackley, J. (ed) (2009) Learning from religion: Opening up Values. Birmingham: Christian Education Publications.
Medwell, J. (2012) Primary English: Knowledge and Understanding. Exeter: Learning Matters.
Scoffham, S. (ed.) (2004) Primary Geography Handbook. Sheffield: Geographical Association.
Smith-Autard, J.M. (2002) The Art of Dance in Education. London: A&C Black.
Wetton, N. Williams, T. (2000) Health for Life Ages 4-7. Surrey: Nelson.
Wetton, N. Williams, T. (2000) Health for Life Ages 8-11. Surrey: Nelson.
Woolland, B. (2010) Teaching Primary Drama. Abingdon: David Fulton.
Hoodless, P.(2008) Teaching History in the Primary School. Exeter: Learning Matters.
Barbe-Gall, F. (2005) How To Talk To Children About Art. London: Frances Lincoln Ltd.
1CM3 – Pedagogical Studies
Arthur, J. and Cremin, T. (2010) Learning to Teach in the Primary School. 2nd edn. Oxon: Routledge
Medwell, J. and Simpson, F. (2008) Successful Teaching Placement in Scotland. Exeter: Learning Matters Ltd.
Hayes, D. (2006) Inspiring Primary Teaching: Insights into excellent primary practice. Exeter: Learning Matters Ltd.
Kyriacou, C. (2007) Essential Teaching Skills. 3rd edn. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
Pollard, A. (2008) Reflective Teaching. 3rd edn. London: Continuum.
1CM2 – Introduction to Education Studies
Bartlett, S. and Burton, D. (2012) Introduction to Education Studies. 3rd edn. London: Sage.
Bee, H. and Boyd, D. (2011) The Developing Child. 13th edn. Boston: Pearson Education.
Bailey, R. (ed) (2010) The Philosophy of Education: An Introduction. London: Continuum.
Davis, A. and Winstone, N. (2011) “Chapter 18: Educational Implications”. In Slater, A. and Bremner, G. (eds.) An introduction to developmental psychology. pp. 587-612, Chichester: BPS Blackwell.
Smith, P., Cowie, H. and Blades, M. (2011) Understanding Children’s Development. (5th edn) Oxford: Blackwell.
Oates, J., Wood, C. & Grayson, A. (eds) (2005) Psychological Development and Early Childhood. Malden, Mass: Blackwell.
1CM1 – Beginning Professional Study
McMillan, K. and Weyers, J. (2012) The Study Skills Book. 3rd edn. Harlow: Pearson.
Carr, D. (2000) Professionalism and Ethics in Teaching. London: Routledge.
Hansen, A. (2011) Primary Professional Studies. Exeter: Learning Matters. (Chapter 6 Teaching as a profession by Tony Ewens)
Kendall-Seater, S. (2005) Primary Professional Studies. Exeter: Learning Matters. (Chapter 13 Professionalism, research and accountability)
Pears, R. and Shields, G. (no date) Cite them right online. University of Dundee LLC [Online]. Available at: http://www.dundee.ac.uk/library/eresources/?code=CITE (Accessed 2nd October 2014)
