ABSTRACT

Now in an updated third edition, English Teaching in the Secondary School is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of teaching English. Presenting an informed view of current educational policy, the authors provide advice to help students creatively and independently interpret government initiatives and incorporate them in their teaching practice. With practical ideas for use in the classroom, extensive discussion of theory and opportunities for reflection and critical thought, the authors guide students through the whole process of English teaching in the secondary school.

Fully updated to include:

  • a chapter on research and writing for M Level students
  • references to the Every Child Matters agenda
  • updates to the KS3 and 14-19 curriculum
  • revised GCSE specifications
  • an emphasis on creativity, flexibility and learner engagement
  • the impact of globalisation and technology on literacy.

Written in an accessible style, with a wealth of advice and ideas, this book forms essential reading for practising teachers, lecturers, PGCE students and those undertaking initial teacher training, and is suitable for those engaging in M Level study.

chapter |12 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|15 pages

The English teacher and the National Curriculum

Setting the scene

chapter 2|20 pages

The impact of the Strategy

Introduction: the context

chapter 3|13 pages

Knowledge about language

chapter 4|13 pages

Speaking and listening

The background

chapter 5|15 pages

Reading

The nature of reading in the English curriculum

chapter 6|16 pages

Writing

The development of writing in education

chapter 7|19 pages

Planning

chapter 8|15 pages

Assessment

Thinking about assessment

chapter 9|21 pages

Drama

Drama and English

chapter 10|17 pages

Poetry

The concept of ‘poetry’

chapter 11|12 pages

Media education

The nature of media education within English

chapter 12|10 pages

ICT

Thinking about ICT

chapter 13|14 pages

English at Key Stage 4

The 14–19 context

chapter 14|15 pages

Post-16 English

The background

chapter 15|18 pages

Inclusion

The concept of ‘inclusion’

chapter 16|11 pages

Research and writing