Author Description

"The Professional Practice of Teaching in Aotearoa New Zealand contains a wealth of information that beginning and more experienced teachers need to know in order to learn to teach well. Written specifically for the New Zealand setting, it highlights a range of knowledges and skills that teachers require in order to make a positive difference to their students’ lives. Throughout the text many case studies, activities and stories from real-life teachers and students help readers to link the theory to their classroom practices. This wholly New Zealand text has been developed over many years to reflect the local educational environment. Examples from all levels of teaching ensure the text is relevant for teachers across a range of school settings." --Publisher.