Scott Buckler Boeken

This book empowers you to seek a deeper perspective on the education system and to develop as a critically informed teacher able to challenge the status quo appropriately - without losing your job!

Written specifically for students from a range of educational disciplines, including teacher training, early childhood and education studies, Your Dissertation in Education is a straight-forward, plain English guide to doing and writing your project or dissertation.

Sex and gender are delicate and nuanced issues for all of us and can be intimidating topics to teach. This practical, empathetic book aims to dispel some of the uncertainties that many teachers have and empower them to lead inclusive, age-appropriate lessons in primary and secondary schools. Taking an approach that celebrates the individual identity of all learners, and underpinned by an awareness of the complexity of language around these topics, this book offers a careful evaluation of the 2020 Relationship and Sex Education policy for schools in England, and how schools can offer intelligent, socially responsible, sex education that goes beyond simply meeting statutory requirements.

Focusing on the transformation of Wing Chun, this academically researched book delves into its historical origins and evolution. It challenges traditional narratives, examining the myth of the Southern Shaolin Temple, the connection to the Triads, and the founder's identity. The text also discusses the philosophy behind Wing Chun and the psychological benefits of training, highlighting the distinctions between Wing Chun practitioners and other martial artists. Aimed at both academics and enthusiasts, it offers a comprehensive exploration of the style's development and its impact on individuals.

Exploring the complexities of self-actualization, this book delves into Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, particularly his shift from peak experiences to the less understood plateau experience. It addresses definitional and methodological challenges, ultimately identifying key characteristics of the plateau experience. The development of the Plateau Experience measure (PLEX) is highlighted, showcasing its robust psychometric properties as a valuable tool for further research into this intriguing psychological concept.

Exploring how ideas and concepts from psychology can be applied smartly to the classroom to meet the needs of different learners.

A comprehensive undergraduate textbook on research methods in education combining a broad overview of principles and practice with practical guidance to support your own educational research projects.