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Dimensions of Evaluation in Higher Education
Report of the IHME Study Group on Evaluationin Higher Education
Urban Dahlloff, John Harris, Michael Shattock and Andre Staropoli
This book addresses primary issues in evaluation in an international, a national and a long term perspective. The essays demonstrate that arguments about the nature and techniques of evaluation must entail far broader considerations than those often promoted by policy makers. Learn More1991, 160pp -
Changing Relationships Between Higher Education and the State
Edited by Mary Henkel and Brenda Little
Examining the patterns of change in relationships between higher education systems and the state throughout Europe, the contributors explore the main theoretical and policy options available to policymakers, and the issues they raise for governments, institutions and academics. Learn More1998, 320pp -
Understanding and Supporting Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
Edited by Paul Cooper
The contributors stress that EBDs are a form of communication, albeit an antagonistic one, and evaluate the success of different methods of intervention in clinical, educational and family settings. They argue that successful intervention requires an appreciation of the complex interplay in the social and personal factors affecting each child. Learn More1999, 272pp -
Improving Access to Further and Higher Education for Young People in Public Care
European Policy and Practice
Sonia Jackson and Claire Cameron
Across Europe young people in care are around five times less likely to attend tertiary education than those who have not been in care. Drawing extensively on a substantial three-year long research project led by the authors, this book provides a comprehensive account of this shocking discrepancy and discusses ways to address the imbalance. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.21in x 6.26in / 234mm x 159mm, 288pp, $95.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-366-22015, Paperback / softback, 8.94in x 5.98in / 227mm x 152mm, 288pp, $42.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-639-7 -
The Cookbook for Children with Special Needs
Learning a Life Skill with Fun, Tasty, Healthy Recipes
Deborah French, illustrated by Leah Ehrlich
This fully-illustrated book introduces children with special needs to the fundamentals of food preparation, healthy eating and cookery skills. Recipes pitched at three increasing levels of difficulty cover a wide range of skills making the book suitable for all abilities. The importance of health and safety is emphasised throughout. Learn MoreDec 2045, Hardback, 9.92in x 6.46in / 252mm x 164mm, 200pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-538-32015, Ebook, PDF, 200pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-156-3 -
Is It OK to Ask Questions about Autism?
Abi Rawlins
Through autism awareness workshops in schools, the authors have compiled the most common questions on the subject. Based on real questions raised by children aged 5-11, this book provides direct answers as well as strategies for continuing the discussion to increase autism awareness in primary school settings. Learn More2017, Hardback, 7.36in x 6.42in / 187mm x 163mm, 96pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817859217042017, Ebook, PDF, 96pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-439-7 -
Remembering Lucy
A Story about Loss and Grief in a School
Sarah Helton, illustrated by Anna Novy
An illustrated story book that will help children with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) aged 3+ come to terms with loss. The clear hand-drawn artwork on each page will help children comprehend the complex process of grief and bereavement, making it perfect for use in SEND classrooms. Learn More2017, Hardback, 9.72in x 9.69in / 247mm x 246mm, 40pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859230742017, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-614-8 -
The Prince and the Frog
A Story to Help Children Learn about Same-Sex Relationships
Olly Pike
This reimagining of a classic fairytale helps children understand that love isn't always between a boy and a girl. Starring a prince who was magically turned into a frog and needs to find true love to break the spell, it is a funny, uplifting story that introduces the importance of equality and diversity to children aged 3-7. Learn More2018, Hardback, 8.62in x 8.39in / 219mm x 213mm, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 97817859238212018, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-731-2 -
Phoenix Goes to School
A Story to Support Transgender and Gender Diverse Children
Michelle and Phoenix Finch, illustrated by Sharon Davey
Phoenix wants to wear her favourite purple dress to express her gender, but she is scared of being bullied on her first day of school. Follow Phoenix's journey as she arrives at school, makes some friends, stands up for herself, and helps us learn to be true to who we really are. Learn More2018, 40pp -
Mud Boy
A Story about Bullying
Sarah Siggs. With notes by Pooky Knightsmith., illustrated by Amy Crosby
This illustrated story is designed to be read with children aged 5+ who have experienced or seen bullying or teasing. Sam's story gently evokes how it feels to be bullied and shows how talking to other people helps. It is a great discussion starter for kids and adults, and empowers children to see how they can change things for the better. Learn More2019, Hardback, 8.46in x 8.46in / 215mm x 215mm, 48pp, $17.95ISBN: 9781785928703