Reviews

Books reviewed:
Casey, Jean M (2000) Early Literacy
Casey, Jean M (2000) Creating the Early Literacy Classroom
Moon, Jennifer (2001) Short Courses and Workshops
Nisbet Paul et al (1999) Supportive Writing Technology
Richardson, John (2000) Researching Student Learning
Salmon, Gilly (2000) E-Moderating
Schwartz, Peter et al eds (2001) Problem-based Learning: Case Studies, Experience and Practice
Squires, David et al ed (2000) The Changing Face of Learning Technology
Also received
Kohl, Kay & LaPidus, Jules (eds) (2000) Postbaccalaureate Futures
Marquet, Pascal et al eds (1999) Internet-based Teaching and Learning (IN-TELE) 98
Monk, Martin & Osborne, Jonathan(2000) Good Practice in Science Teaching
Morgan, George A et al (2001) SPSS for Windows
Pant, Madhu & Parkash, Dharam(2000) Television: The Pied Piper of the Century     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Brown, Sally et al eds (1999) Computer-Aided Assessment in Higher Education
Fawkes, Steve et al eds (1999) Using Television and Video to Support Learning
Fink, Dean (2000) Good Schools, Real Schools
Keates, Anita (2000) Dyslexia and Information and Communications Technology
Roulstone, Alan (1998) Enabling Technology
Saunders, Danny & Smalley, Nina (2000) Simulations and Games for Transition and Change
Also received:
Ackermann, Ernest & Hartman, Karen (2000) ≡ Searching and Researching on the Internet
Bloemers, Wolf & Wisch, Fritz-Helmut eds (2000) Handicap—Disability
Bowe, Frank G (2000) Universal Design in Education
Daugherty, Richard F (2001) Special Education
Ifrah, Georges (2000) The Computer and the Information Revolution     

Reviews

Abbott, Chris (2001) Changing Education
Bassey, Michael (1999) Case Study Research in Educational Settings
Knasel, Eddy et al (2000) Learn for your life
Lockwood, Fred & Gooley, Anneeds (2001) Innovation in Open and Distance Learning
Simons, Robert-Jan et al ed (2000) New Learning
Williams, Marcia et al (1999) Distance Learning
Also received
Branch, Robert & Fitzgerald, Mary Ann(2001) Educational Media and Technology Handbook
Leask, Marilyn ed (2001) Issues in Teaching Using ICT
Linn Marcia & Hsi, Sherry (2000) Computers, Teachers, Peers
Rylatt, Alastair (2001) Learning Unlimited
Stuart, Roderick (1998) Team Development Games for Trainers
Whittaker, Mike & Cartwright, Ann (2000) The Mentoring Manual
Wood, Terryeds et al eds (2001) Beyond Classical Pedagogy
Yates, Chris & Bradley, Jo ed (2000) Basic Education at a Distance     

Reviews

Books Reviewed:
Burt, Gordon (1999) Questioning Quality
Eisenstadt, Marc & Vincent, Tom ed (2000) The Knowledge Web
Gilbert, Nigel & Troitzsch, Klaus (1999) Simulation for the Social Scientist
Kember, David (2000) Action Learning and Action Research
Smithers, Alan & Robinson, Pamela (2000) Further Education Re-formed
Simpson, Ormond (2000) Supporting Students in Open and Distance Learning
Also received
Brown, Stephen ed (1999) Open and Distance Learning: Case Studies for Industry and Education
Casey, Jean M (2000) Early Literacy
Casey, Jean M (2000) Creating the Early Literacy Classroom
Jenkins, Clare & Morley, Mary ed (1999) Collection Management in Academic Libraries
Race, Phil (1998) 500 Tips for Open and Flexible Learning
Rubin, Richard (1998) Foundations of Library and Information Science
Schwehn, Mark ed (2000) Everyone a Teacher
Tye, Barbara (2000) Hard Truths
Fawkes, Steve et al eds (1999) Using Television and Video to Support Learning     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Ball, Deborah & Lampert, Magdalene (1998), Teaching, Multimedia, and Mathematics: Investigations of Real Practice
Branch, Robert & Fitzgerald, Mary (1998) (eds), Educational Media and Technology Yearbook Volume 23
Denscombe, Martyn (1998), The Good Research Guide
Ellington, Henry et al (1998), Using Games and Simulations in the Classroom
Harrison, M (1998), Co-ordinating Information and Communications Technology Across the Primary School
Harvey, J (1998) (ed), Evaluation Cookbook
Lehrer, Richard & Chazan, Daniel (1998) (eds), Designing Learning Environments for Developing Understanding of Geometry and Space
Roberts-Phelps, Graham (1998), Training Event Planning Guide
Weinstein, K (1999), Action Learning
Also received
Bond, D & Vaid, A (1998), Archive Education Services
Cohn, John et al (1997), Planning for Automation 2e
Corson, David (1999), Language Policy in Schools
Elgood, Chris (1997), Handbook of Management Games and Simulations
Garg, Suresh et al (1998) (eds), Science & Technology through Open & Distance Education
Gilliatt, Jacqui (1999), Teaching and the Law
Reed, Stephen K (1999), Word Problems: Research and curriculum reform
Salmon, Sheila et al (1996), Power up Your Library: Creating the new elementary school library program
Warschauer, Mark (1999), Electronic Literacies     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Bjork, Patrick & Cummins, Richard (1999) Reading, Writing and the World-wide Web
Brookfield, Stephen & Preskill, Stephen (1999) Discussion as a Way of Teaching
Feyten, Carine & Nutta, Joyce (1999) Virtual Instruction
Jonassen, David & Land, Susan (2000) Theoretical Foundations of Learning Environments
Lau, Linda ed (2000) Distance Learning Technologies
Belanger, F & Jordan D (2000) Evaluation and Implementation of Distance Learning
Leask, Marilyn & Meadows, John eds (2000) Teaching and Learning with ICT in the Primary School
Also received:
Currie, Wendy (2000) The Global Information Society
Jacobson, Michael & Kozma, Robert eds (2000) Innovations in Science and Mathematics Education
Race, Phil (2000) 500 Tips on Group Learning
Salmon, Gilly (2000) E-Moderating
Sarason, Seymour B (1999) Teaching as a Performing Art
Stewart, Roger ed (1999) Handbook of Teamworking     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Barron, Ann & Orwig, Gary, New Technologies for Education: a Beginner's Guide
Crawford, Roger, Managing Information Technology in Secondary Schools
de Cicco, Eta et al, Using the Internet in Secondary Schools
Mason, Robin, Globalising Education—Trends and Applications
Monteith, Maria, IT for Learning Enhancement
Torrance, Harry & Pryor, John, Investigating Formative Assessment
Warren, Adam et al, Technology in Teaching and Learning: An Introductory Guide
Maier, Pat et al, Using Technology in Teaching and Learning
Lajoie, Susanne P, Reflections on Statistics: Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Grades K-12
Topping, Keith & Ehly, Stewart (eds), Peer Assisted Learning
Walker, D, Education in the Digital Age
Also received:
Benson, Allen C, Securing PCs and Data in Libraries and Schools
Black, Dolores et al, 500 Tips for Getting Published
Calder, Judith & McCollum, A, Open and Flexible Learning in Vocational Education and Training
Harvey, Alun, Interactive Directory of Learning Resources
Roberts-Phelps, Graham, Flip Chart Games for Trainers
Scott, Elspeth, Managing the Internet in the School Library     

Reviews

Bazeli, Marilyn J & Heintz, James L Technology Across the curriculum: Activities and Ideas
Dills, Charles R. & Romiszowski, Alexander (eds) Instructional Development Paradigms
Hartley, James Learning and Studying
Joyce, Bruce et al Models of Learning—Tools for Teaching
Woods, Peter et al Restructuring Schools, Reconstructing Teachers
Bartram, Sharon & Gibson, Brenda Training Needs Analysis
Burgess, William Guide to Distance Learning
Cooper, Gail & Cooper, Garry Virtual Field Trips
Crawford, Megan et al Leadership and Teams in Educational Management
Cunningham, Carmela & Coombs, Norman Information Access and Adaptive Technology
Gillmon, Eve Building Teachers' ICT Skills
Gustafson, Kent & Branch, Robert Survey of Instructional Development Models
Latchem, Colin & Lockwood, Fred (eds) Staff Development in Open and Flexible Learning
Lawler, Robert Learning with Computers
Novak, Joseph Novak, Joseph (1998) Learning, Creating and Using Knowledge
Smith, Cecil & Pourchot, Thomas (eds) Adult Learning and Development     

Books received

Barnett, Delvene, Managing the Secondary School Library Budget
Bush, Tony & Middlewood, David eds, Managing People in Education
Cox, Margaret, The Effects of Information Technology on Students' Motivation
Stevenson, Dennis et al, Information and Communications Technology in UK Schools
McKinsey & Co, The Future of Information Technology in UK Schools
Crawford, Megan et al, Leadership and Teams in Educational Management
Preedy, Margaret et al, Educational Management: Strategy, Quality and Resources
Somekh, Bridget & Davis, Niki eds, Using Information Technology Effectively in Teaching and Learning
Warner, David & Crosthwaite, Elaine eds, Human Resource Management in Higher and Further Education     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Bonk, Curtis & King, Kira, Electronic Collaborators
Cohn, John et al, Planning for Automation
Cowan, John, On Becoming an Innovative University Teacher
Garg, Suresh et al (eds), Science & Technology through Open & Distance Education
Jonassen, David et al, Task Analysis Methods for Instructional Design
Kent, Todd & McNergney, Robert, Will Technology Really Change Education?
Elton, L, Teaching in Higher Education: Appraisal and Training
Littleton, Karen & Light, Paul (eds), Learning with Computers: Analysing Productive Interaction
Morgan, Colin & Morris, Glyn, Good Teaching & Learning: Pupils & Teachers Speak
Prosser, Michael & Trigwell, Keith, Understanding Learning and Teaching: The Experience in Higher Education
Provenzo, Eugene et al, Computers, Curriculum and Cultural Change     

Also received

Brown, Sally et al (1995) 500 Tips for Research Students
Busher, Hugh & Saran, Rene (eds) (1995) Managing Teachers as Professionals in Schools
Calder, Judith et al (1995) Learning Effectiveness/Psi of Open and Flexible Learning in Vocational Education
Grace, Gerald (1995) School Leadership
Kimbell, R et al (1996) Understanding Practice in Design and Technology     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
Cropley, Arthur J Creativity in Education and Learning
Dijkstra, Sanne et al Multimedia Learning: Results and Perspectives
Hartle, Franklin et al Getting the Best out of Performance Management in Your School
Kamp, Di The Excellent Trainer
Latchem, Colin and Hanna, Donald Leadership for 21st Century Learning
McGill, Ian and Beaty, Liz Action Learning
Parkin, Margaret Tales for Coaching
Yates, Chris and Bradley, Jo (eds.) Basic Education at a Distance
Also received:
Davis, Andrew The Limits of Educational Assessment
Frindte, Wolfgang et al (ed.) Internet-based Teaching and Learning (IN-TELE) 99
Miller, Elizabeth B The Internet Resource Directory
Monk, Martin and Osborne, Jonathan Good Practice in Science Teaching
Moxley, David et al Keeping Students in Higher Education
Stone, Randi Best Practices for High School Classrooms     

Reviews

Berres, Michael et at (eds), Creating Tomorrow's Schools Today
Burt, Gordon, Face to Face with Distance Education
Doud, David & Feletti, Grahame E (eds), The Challenge of Problem-based Learning (2nd edition)
Koschmann, Timothy (ed), Computer Supported Collaborative Learning Paradigm
Lankshear, Colin et al, Changing Literacies
Liston, Daniel & Zeichner, Kenneth, Culture and Teaching
Sutherland, Peter (ed), Adult Learning
White, Roger Crombie, Curriculum Innovation: A Celebration of Classroom Practice     

Looking from a CHAT-IT perspective to undergraduate Mexican physics: organizational trajectories or professors as agents of change?

Recent elaborations on cultural-historical activity theory (CHAT) (Engestr?m et al., eds., Perspectives on activity theory. New York: Cambridge University Press, 1999) and its relation to organizational theories have produced a theoretical amalgam of these earlier ideas, which allow for the exploration of learning in formal organizational contexts such as schools. In this paper I reflect on Candela’s work situated in undergraduate Mexican physics by drawing attention to the CHAT-IT framework (Ogawa et al., Educational Researcher 37(2):83–95, 2008) as a viable lens. I suggest that it is important to understand the historical development of the Mexican university as an educational organization as well as the role of physics professors as agents of change whose practices contribute to not only breaking classroom walls but also to transforming the organization affecting future activity systems.     

Reviews

Armstrong, Steve et al eds Facing up to radical change in universities and colleges
Melton, Reginald Objectives, Competences and Learning Objectives
Sandholtz, Judith Haymore et al Teaching with Technology: Creating Student-centred Classrooms
Phillips, Rob The Developer's Handbook to Interactive Multimedia
Cox, Bill & Ingleby, Amanda Practical Pointers for Quality Assessment     

Reviews

Book reviewed in this article:
Change and decay
Hymns for Today's Church, ed. M. Saward et al.
Cosmetics for young unemployed
Youth Unemployment and State Intervention, Teresa L. Rees & Paul Atkinson (eds.)     

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Hewson, Claire et al (2003) Internet research methods Sage (London & Thousand Oaks CA) ISBN 0-7619-5920-3 155 pp £18.99 (boards £60)
http://www.sagepub.co.uk info@sagepub.co.uk     

Developing experience-based (tacit) knowledge through reflection

This investigation examined the effectiveness of reflection methods derived from Sternberg's theory of practical intelligence [Sternberg, R.J., and Hedlund, J. (2002). Practical intelligence, g, and work psychology. Human Performance 15(1/2), 143–160.; Sternberg, R.J., Forsythe, G.B., Hedlund, J., Horvath, H.A., Wagner, R.K., Williams, W.M., et al. (2000). Practical intelligence in everyday life. New York: Cambridge University Press. 2000] on the acquisition of experience-based, tacit knowledge. Two related experimental studies were conducted to test the effect of brief tacit-knowledge reflection training on practical problem solving. Reflection methods were developed based on Sternberg's conceptualized condition–action structure of tacit knowledge. In the first study, 101 U.S. Army officers participated in a reflection intervention or practice control. Results showed an effect of reflection condition on post-test tacit-knowledge scores (F [3, 91] = 3.74, p = .01, 2 = .03). In the second study, 235 college students participated in a reflection intervention or an academic-type reflection control. Results showed that the reflection condition approached significance on post-test scores (F [1, 233] = 3.47, p = .06, p = .06, 2 = .01). The investigation suggests this line of inquiry warrants continued study.     

Individualised educational programmes. Part I: a literature review

This review was undertaken as part of a research project commissioned by the Scottish Executive and carried out by a team from Glasgow and Newcastle Universities between January 2000 and January 2001 when the report was published ( Banks et al., 2001 ). The research study, entitled 'Raising the Attainment of Pupils with Special Educational Needs', followed the issuing of new guidelines ( SOEID, 1998a ; SEED, 1999 ) which linked the use of individualised educational programmes (IEPs) to the wider political enterprise of raising standards through target-setting.     

Reviews

Books reviewed:
John Loughran (ed.), Researching Teaching
Liping Ma, Knowing and Teaching Elementary Mathematics
Julian Sefton-Green, Young People, Creativity and New Technologies
Colin Steed, Web-based Training
Susan Toohey, Designing Courses for Higher Education
John Biggs, Teaching for Quality Learning at University
Judith Calder, & Ann McCollum, Open & Flexible Learning in Vocational Education & Training
Deirdre Cook, & Helen Finlayson, Interactive Children, Communicative Teaching
Thomas Haladyna, Developing and Validating Multiple-Choice Test Items
Adelheid A. M. Nichol, & Penny M. Pexman, Presenting Your Findings: A Practical Guide for Creating Tables
Santosh Panda (ed.) Staff Development in Higher & Distance Education
Alan Tait & Roger Mills (eds.), The Convergence of Distance and Conventional Education
Jean Underwood & Roger Hartley (eds.), Computer Assisted Learning
Brian Clegg, Mining the Internet
Julia Duggleby, How to be an On-line Tutor
Judith Elkin & Derek Law (eds), Managing Information in Colleges and Universities
Dorothy Evenson & Cindy Hmelo, Problem-based Learning
Terry Freedman, Managing ICT
Geraldene Walker, & Joseph Janes, On-line Retrieval
Edie West, The Big Book of Icebreakers
Sharon Bartram & Brenda Gibson, Evaluating Training
Gail Cooper & Garry Cooper, More Virtual Field Trips
Geoff Dubber, Developing Information Skills through the Secondary School Library
Geoff Dubber, The Internet, the Library, and the Independent Learner
Ruth D. Handel, Building Family Literacy in an Urban Community
Anthony Landale, (ed.) Handbook of Training and Development
Elizabeth Miller, The Internet Resource Directory