Cross-curricular Approaches to Teaching and Learning
- Chris Rowley - Oxford University, UK, University of Cumbria, UK
- Hilary Cooper - University of Cumbria, UK
With practical ideas on how to join up the primary curriculum, this book uses history and geography to explore different contexts and strategies for making links between the full range of primary subjects, so that learning can be more integrated and relevant to learners. The authors demonstrate how these subjects can serve as the basis upon which values can be developed in the curriculum. There are powerful case studies, including examples of pupils' work and talk, and teachers' reflections. Additional materials to accompany the book can be found at:
www.sagepub.co.uk/rowleyandcooper
Written by a group of practising teachers and university tutors, this book will be invaluable to primary teachers, student teachers and all those involved in curriculum design.
Chris Rowley is Senior Lecturer in and Geographical and Environmental Education at the University of Cumbria, UK.
Dr Hilary Cooper is Professor of History and Pedagogy at the University of Cumbria, UK.
Good range of curricular areas used to explore links across the primary curriculum
Good balance of underlying theory and practical case studies for student and practising teachers to engage with and reflect upon for own practice.
Considering the apparent lack of confidence in teaching mathematics in a cross-curricular way, it’s a shame this area isn’t more widely included. To quote Barlow and Brook (page 54) one could substitute mathematics into the sentence….. mathematics “is about thinking creatively, solving problems, working co-operatively, and developing observant and curious young people”!!
We shall certainly recommend both the early years and general primary trainees to read this book as part of our cross thematic short course
This book will be useful for a variety of modules as a supplement to extend and challenge our learners to develop a broader range of viewpoints. I can see it becoming used on a variety of modules and whenever we discuss planning and approaches to planning in my area particularly.
The format of the book is engaging and well- structured to lead the reader through a variety of focus areas.
Well written material from a good range of experts; the theme of cross-curricularity runs through the book but there is a wide variety of useful example and case studies. Good illustrations, diagrams, tables etc. Extensive references at the end of each section. A valuable addition to this area.
