The book is aimed at all those studying on Foundation Degrees in supporting primary and early years teaching and learning, and particularly those working at levels 4 and 5. It is written in an accessible style with a focus on work-based professional development and encourages critical reflection throughout. It starts with a discussion of reflective practice, and includes helpful guidance on developing effective study skills. Each chapter then focuses on a key topic in education, learning a...

This book explores key contemporary issues in education, featuring the latest theoretical perspectives and policies, aimed at supporting the professional development and understanding of those working or intending to work in the education sector. Both school- and college-based education have faced rapid change over the last few years. A strong research base around the impact of these changes is emerging, enabling a critically informed debate on policy and practice developments. The book pr...

This new edition is an essential resource for those studying for the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, including the Learning and Development Units. Fully aligned with the latest ETF Standards, it delivers up-to-date, relevant content tailored to today’s Further Education (FE) and Skills landscape, with refreshed material that ensures readers are fully equipped to deliver learning within the sector.This fully updated second edition aims to bring together evidence-informed pe...

* Previously published as The Cairo Brief *'I was torn: I wanted to rush on, to find out what happened next, but I didn't want the book to end - I was enjoying it so much!' Reader review, 5 starsEngland, 1921. Intrepid reporter Poppy Denby is headed to the English countryside to cover an auction of ancient Egyptian treasures, hosted by renowned explorer Sir James Maddox on his beautiful estate - Winterton Hall....

Als Clara das verfallene Herrenhaus Lindenhall erbt, ahnt sie nicht, dass sie damit ein düsteres Vermächtnis antritt. Die alten Mauern verbergen längst vergessene Geheimnisse und dunkle Kräfte, die seit Jahrhunderten auf ihre Freilassung warten. Während unheimliche Vorfälle Clara immer tiefer in die Vergangenheit ihrer Familie ziehen, entdeckt sie ein Tagebuch, das von einer tragischen Liebe im 19. Jahrhundert erzählt. Elias von Linden, einstiger Herr des Anwesens, und seine Geliebte stand...

Clarkesworld is a Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning science fiction and fantasy magazine. Each month we bring you a mix of fiction, articles, interviews and art. Our February 2026 issue (#233) contains:Fiction* "Remember Me in the Meat" by Sarah Pauling* "Chip" by D.A. Xiaolin Spires* "Think of Me Before I Disappear" by Raahem Alvi* "A Sleeper Ship Is Like a Game of Go" by Claire Jia-Wen* "The Iron Piper" by Fiona Moore* "Painstaki...

Drawing on the authors’ varied experiences researching and teaching in the field, Analysis of Multivariate Social Science Data: Statistical Machine Learning Methods, Third Edition enables a basic understanding of how to use key multivariate methods in the social sciences. With minimal mathematical and statistical knowledge required, this third edition expands its topics to include graphical modelling, models for longitudinal data, structural equation models for categorical...

A cozy kind of ChristmasThe annual Christmas parade and tree lighting is interrupted when a corpse—rather than Santa—takes center stage. With her father’s investigation into the original crime under question, Fee pursues the truth while trying to hang onto her holiday spirit without spoiling her chances at a date with Sheriff Crew Turner.PLEASE NOTE (possible spoiler alert): Deck The Halls and Murder takes place

Three foster sisters were torn apart by a lie. Twelve years later, they return to Bradford Hall to uncover the truth, heal old wounds, rebuild family ties, and find love.Twelve years ago, one terrible event changed everything.When tragedy struck at Bradford Hall, foster daughter Fiona Hunter blamed herself. The aftermath tore apart the only family she'd ever known, scattering the girls she considered sisters and leaving Fiona carrying a burden of g...

THE MAGICAL CONCLUSION TO STELLA MONTGOMERY'S AWARD-WINNING STORY'the perfect conclusion to a wonderfully quirky Victorian fantasy series'-- Pages & PagesStella Montgomery is in disgrace. The Aunts have sent her to Wakestone Hall, a grim boarding school where the disobedient are tamed and the wilful are made meek. But when a friend disappears, Stella is determined to find her -- no matter the danger ......

Explore some of the world's most vibrant and flavourful food with this delicious collection of classic and contemporary Mexican dishes. From the traditional favourites, including Tortilla Rolls in Tomato Sauce, Chilli Bean Soup and Slow-cooked Pork, to innovative new dishes such as Artichoke & Clam Soup and Fig Tarts.

Clarkesworld is a Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning science fiction and fantasy magazine. Each month we bring you a mix of fiction, articles, interviews and art. Our October 2024 issue (#217) contains:* Original fiction by Abby Nicole Yee ("A Space O/pera"), Nigel Brown ("The Buried People"), Fiona Moore ("The Children of Flame"), Arula Ratnakar ("Fractal Karma"), Louis Inglis Hall ("Fishing the Intergalactic Stream"), Mike Robinson ("Midnight Patron"), and Damián Neri ("The Fac...