What Makes A Good Teacher? Values In Educational Practice

This fascinating book explores the true essence of teaching serving as a compass for both new and experienced primary educators. It explores the fundamental purpose and profound joy that comes with being a teacher offering a perfect blend of research-based insights and practical wisdom and the opportunity to reflect on your own values and your approaches to teaching. Drawing on the authors’ own experiences each chapter weaves together evidence-based approaches with reflective practices demonstrating how your authentic self – your values beliefs and actions – form the foundations of effective teaching. Through engaging chapters on leadership trust-building resilience and the cultivation of kindness this book offers clear pathways to: Develop inclusive classroom environments where curiosity and creativity flourish; Build a teaching philosophy grounded in children's rights and social justice; Navigate the challenges of modern education while prioritizing your wellbeing and mental health; Understand the unique qualities and skills you bring to the classroom. Incorporating cutting-edge research reflective questions and practical advice this empowering guide provides the insights and inspiration you need to flourish as a teacher. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your career this compassionate and insightful resource provides the expertise and the challenges to make a lasting difference in the lives of your learners and helps you rediscover the satisfaction that comes from teaching at your best. |What Makes a Good Teacher? Values in Educational Practice