Practice Theory Perspectives on Pedagogy and Education, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017 Praxis, Diversity and Contestation

This book examines the way in which the ?practice turn? in education and pedagogy offers unique perspectives on the nature of educational work. Through a plurality of ?practice theories? deeper understandings emerge about a range of education and concepts, providing useful tools for advancing and developing practice theory in education and pedagogy. The book discusses the related and dual perspectives of pedagogy as both a teaching and an upbringing practice. It also explores education in a range of contexts and sectors beyond school, including VET, tertiary and non-formal settings. Education is seen as serving a dual purpose ? the development of individuals and the betterment of societies and community, and this conceptualisation of education underpins the book. It acknowledges that there are diverse understandings and perspectives of practice theory, pedagogy and education, each of which is contestable and ripe for further development, and this is examined throughout the book.

This book was developed alongside an invited symposium held in June 2015 in Brisbane, Australia where the authors and interested others gathered to discuss practice theory perspectives on pedagogy and education. The title ? Practice Theory Perspectives on Pedagogy and Education ? captures the central overarching focus that underpins the book.

Draws together leading practice theorists in education to discuss developments and insights

Addresses the key elements of the ‘Education Complex’ of practices that include leadership, teaching, student learning, professional development and research

Introduces and explains practice theory and its application in a variety of education contexts

Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras