Petty G. Teaching Today: A Practical Guide

Nelson Thornes, 2009. — 614 p.This is the best selling teacher training text in the UK because it is so practical. Lots of detail on all the common teaching methods, classroom management etc.
In its fourth edition, this impressive text has been updated with more PGCE focus. Signposted for coverage of FENTO standards, with full coverage of the C&G 7407, 7302, and Cert Ed courses. Retaining the unique style of the previous editions, this is an essential text for students and qualified teachers.In this training text for those studying to teach in schools, colleges, or work-based educational settings, Petty, a consultant for colleges, schools, and national education bodies, presents theories of teaching and relates them to practice. He addresses teacher and student-centered methods, as well as active learning methods, and topics such as differentiation, inclusion, tutoring, equality and diversity, reflective practice, information and learning technology, assessing learners' needs, motivation, discipline and classroom management, professional roles, planning, and creating a flexible and enjoyable classroom climate. This edition has been updated to incorporate changes in UK training standards and qualifications and the author's research on evidence-based teaching. The text is widely used in the UK, but many of the ideas are applicable in any country.