Colin Forster & Rachel Eperjesi 
Introduction to Primary School Teaching 

This book gives primary student teachers the professional knowledge required to succeed in the classroom and an understanding of how to develop their teaching skills throughout their teacher training course.



Taking the key themes of the ITT Core Content Framework, this comprehensive book covers every major aspect of contemporary teaching and supports new teachers in reflecting on what good pedagogic practice looks like and how to develop this through observing and learning from expert colleagues. 



Case studies, based on real examples provided by headteachers and other experts, offer the chance to explore day-to-day teaching issues in real life. Critical tasks and question guides challenge readers to deepen their practical knowledge. 



This is essential reading for all students on primary initial teacher education courses including university-based (PGCE, BEd, BA with QTS) and school-based (School Direct, SCITT, Teach First) routes into teaching.

Spis treści

Chapter 1: Introduction: The Values and Characteristics of Great Teachers – Rachel Eperjesi & Colin Forster

Chapter 2: Understanding Behaviour – Sian Templeton

Chapter 3: Managing Behaviour – Colin Forster

Chapter 4: Children Managing their own Behaviour: Self-regulation – Chantel Yeates, Kevin Day & Colin Forster

Chapter 5: How Pupils Learn – Jackie Mc Neil

Chapter 6: Planning and Teaching for Meaningful Learning – Kate Thomson

Chapter 7: Adaptive Teaching – Rachel Eperjesi

Chapter 8: Know What You’re Talking About: Subject Knowledge for Teaching – Tracey Wire

Chapter 9: Rich Learning Across the Curriculum – Rachel Eperjesi

Chapter 10: The Potential of Homework to Enrich the Curriculum – Colin Forster

Chapter 11: Deciding What to Assess – Ruth Hollier

Chapter 12: Feedback and Feedforward – Michelle Walton

Chapter 13: Engaging Learners in Assessment – Jude Penny

Chapter 14: Professional Learning – Graham Parton

Chapter 15: Working Collaboratively – Simon Hyde-White

Chapter 16: Resilience, Grit and Bravery – Ben Screech

Chapter 17: Positive Classroom Cultures – Emma Howell

Chapter 18: Special Educational Needs and Disability – Lynda Kay & Tristan Middleton

Chapter 19: Safeguarding – Debbie Innes-Turnill

Chapter 20: Starting Your Career and Enjoying Your Teaching – Rachel Eperjesi, Colin Forster & Ruth Hollier

O autorze

Rachel Eperjesi knew she wanted to be a teacher from the age of 5.  However, some rather poor careers advice led her to embark on a medical degree, which quickly resulted in her declaring it ′too messy′ and she decided to follow her heart into teaching instead.  After completing a BEd Hons, Rachel taught in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 (also quite messy) in Gloucestershire, as well as undertaking English consultancy for the local authority.  She now works at the University of Gloucestershire, lecturing in primary English and professional studies, as well as currently leading the School Direct PGCE Primary course. Rachel has supported many students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, with research projects focusing on improving their educational practice.