Susan Bentham Books

This book will help teaching assistants get to grips with the main issues to do with psychology and its role in the processes of teaching and learning. Susan Bentham provides informative yet down-to-earth commentary on the basic principles underlying children's development and addresses issues such Chapters are complemented throughout with lively case studies and guidance on using reflection in the classroom to help readers critically review their own professional practice. This book covers the relevant knowledge base requirements at both NVQ/SVQ Level 2 and 3 which relates to psychology and education as outlined in the National Occupational Standards. It will also be an invaluable aid for all teaching assistants in schools.

Focusing on educational psychology, this book offers an accessible introduction to psychological theories and their practical applications in educational settings. Authored by Susan Bentham, it serves as an ideal resource for students following the OCR A-Level specification, while also being relevant to EdExcel students and anyone interested in education and learning.

Essential for teaching assistants starting their course, this resource builds on the foundations laid in the Level 2 book. It offers crucial insights and guidance for tutors and assessors, making it an invaluable tool for enhancing educational practices and supporting student learning.

How to Be a Brilliant Teaching Assistant draws on knowledge from very experienced teaching assistants and Susan Bentham's own extensive research to explore the common denominators that unite all brilliant teaching assistants. The book explores becoming a brilliant teaching assistant as a journey and not an end point, and provides support that will help you along the way, whether you're just starting out in your career or you've been an experienced teaching assistant for years. This accessible book covers all aspects of the teaching assistant role, such as: Key roles and responsibilities Meta-cognition and understanding children's learning Delivering high quality lessons alongside teachers Developing useful subject knowledge Undertaking research and professional development Illustrated with activities, discussion points and anecdotes, this book is a source of support, guidance and inspiration for every teaching assistant engaged in the ongoing process of becoming an outstanding professional.

Packed full of practical suggestions, tips, advice and up-to-date factual information, this book provides a trouble-shooting guide to help teaching assistants at all levels deal with a wide variety of classroom situations.

The updated edition aligns with the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, ensuring it meets the latest course criteria. It serves as a comprehensive resource for those involved in educational support roles, providing essential guidance and insights tailored to current educational practices.

This book, specially written with Teaching Assistants in mind, looks at common behaviour problems in schools, explains typical causes of misbehaviour and shows what Teaching Assistants can do to tackle and tame disruptive children in their care.