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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 -
Children's Rights and Power
Charging Up for a New Century
Mary John
Examining children's rights from a global perspective, Mary John considers how children experience power, being powerful and the transformation of power relationships. She explores this issue, comparing the situation of children to that of powerless minority groups and asking why children are rarely included in debates on social accountability. Learn More2003, Hardback, 9.45in x 6.30in / 240mm x 160mm, 304pp, $90.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-658-42003, Paperback / softback, 9.09in x 6.10in / 231mm x 155mm, 304pp, $34.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-659-12003, Ebook, PDF, 304pp, $34.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-027-6 -
Everyday Education
Visual Support for Children with Autism
Pernille Dyrbjerg and Maria Vedel
Fully illustrated with inspiring examples, this book provides a wealth of ideas for creating visual support aids for children on the autism spectrum. Photographs and clear, practical explanations describe how these tools can be arranged helpfully around the home for the child to use. Learn More2007, Hardback, 9.96in x 6.93in / 253mm x 176mm, 128pp, $26.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-457-52007, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, $26.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-596-7 -
ADHD - Living without Brakes
Martin L. Kutscher
This concise book contains everything that parents and professionals need to know about ADHD. The author describes the spectrum of ADHD, the co-occurring symptoms, and common difficulties that parents face. The rest of the book focuses on solutions. The role of medication is discussed. The concluding chapter summarizes the information covered. Learn More2008, Hardback, 9.29in x 6.30in / 236mm x 160mm, 192pp, $34.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-873-3 -
How Are You Feeling Today Baby Bear?
Exploring Big Feelings After Living in a Stormy Home
Jane Evans
This is the story of Baby Bear who lives in a home where the Big Bears have fights and arguments at night. A gentle therapeutic story to help children aged 2 to 6 years who have experience violence at the home to express and explore difficult feelings. Learn More2014, Hardback, 8.58in x 8.43in / 218mm x 214mm, 32pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-424-92014, Ebook, ePUB, 32pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-793-3 -
The Kids' Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control
Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate their Emotions and Senses
Lauren Brukner
From breathing exercises and pressure holds to noise-reducing headphones and gum, this illustrated book is packed with simple strategies and tools to help children with emotional and sensory regulation difficulties aged approximately 7 to 14 years to stay cool, calm and in control. Learn More2014, Hardback, 9.96in x 6.93in / 253mm x 176mm, 112pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-997-82014, Ebook, PDF, 88pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-962-3 -
A Journey in the Moon Balloon
When Images Speak Louder than Words
Joan Drescher, illustrated by Joan Drescher
The Moon Balloon® is here to take you on a journey through your feelings and help you let go of your worrying thoughts. With full colour illustrations, this updated and expanded edition has brand new activities to accompany the interactive story, helping children to explore and cope with their emotions. Learn More2015, 72pp -
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
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