Approaches to Learning and Teaching History A Toolkit for International Teachers

A subject-specific guide for teachers to supplement professional development and provide resources for lesson planning. Approaches to learning and teaching History is the perfect companion for teachers who want to understand key teaching techniques and use them to create effective and engaging lessons. Considering the local and global contexts when planning and teaching a syllabus, the title presents ideas for history with practical examples that help put teaching theory into practice. Teachers can download online tools for lesson planning from our website. This book is ideal support for those new to teaching or wanting to refresh their ideas, and for those studying professional development qualifications or PGCEs.

1 Introduction to the series by the editors; 2 Purpose and context; 3 The nature of the subject ; 4 Key considerations; 5 Interpreting a syllabus; 6 Active learning; 7 Assessment for Learning; 8 Metacognition; 9 Language awareness; 10 Inclusive education; 11 Teaching with digital technologies; 12 Global thinking; 13 Reflective practice; 14 Understanding the impact of classroom practice on student progress; Recommended reading; Index