What is viva and how can students prepare for it? What should supervisors consider when selecting PhD examiners? The doctoral examination process has been shrouded in mystery and has been a source of anxiety and concern for students, supervisors and examiners alike. This book provides constructive w[...]
This book is the first prize winner of the Society for Educational Studies book award 2006. 'As a practising youth worker and researcher, I found this book a fascinating and engaging read!It provides a useful analysis and exploration of the classed and gendered 'anti-school' ethic in place presently[...]
'This is a book to own, read and re-read for its insights and which should then provoke us to act so that all children at school are able to enjoy and benefit from education' - Professor Debbie Epstein, Cardiff University, UK, Editor, "Gender and Education". 'This excellent book offers evidence from[...]
Work based learning is any formal education or learning that takes place in the workplace and it's very popular in health and social care. Those studying in health and social care and other vocational areas such as education will all undertake workbased learning as a recognised part of their qualifi[...]