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The Main Education Collection focuses on educational theory and all aspects of education in the UK, including resources produced by the devolved governments (Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales). The collection supports educational research within and beyond the Institute of Education.
Print resources in the Main Education Collection can be found on the open shelves on level 5 of the IOE Library. It is arranged according to subject area.
Many of our resources are available as e-books and can be accessed remotely.
Our Social Research Collection can be found on Level 3. This is dedicated to resources on subject areas distinct from, but linked to, Education, such as Sociology, Anthropology, and Psychology. The collection reflects the wider research interests pursued at the IOE.
Some of our older or rarer material is held in our on-site and off-site stores and can be requested to view or borrow.
On UCL Explore, you can look at the results of your search to quickly discover if a book is available in print or/and online: View Online means that the book is available electronically, while Available means that the book is available in print. In some cases a book is available both in print and online.
Traditionally, children have been considered as mere future citizens who are acknowledged only when they behave in accordance with adults' expectations. In this sense, children are one of the last frontiers of democratic inclusion, as they have long been seen and not heard. Children, Democracy, and Education critically examines and proposes how to counteract such a traditional view on children and retheorizes their position and role within contemporary democracy.
Ex-boarders can be among the most challenging clients for therapists, with many clinicians struggling to address their unique needs. This book presents a groundbreaking collection of chapters sharing insights and reflections on clinical work with ex-boarders with the aim of expanding the body of knowledge for therapeutic work with such clients.
A guide for incorporating feminist pedagogy into the digital classroom. By (re)imagining feminist pedagogy as a much-needed tool and providing practical advice for using digital technology to enact these tenets in the classroom, this collection will empower educators and learners alike.
A clarion call for academics and policymakers alike, Cry Freedom challenges compellingly the accepted wisdom that all universities are public entities controllable from Whitehall. It urges readers to reconsider the core values of academic autonomy and freedom of action that were supposed to be enshrined in 2017's Higher Education and Research Act but which have come under increasing regulatory assault.
Immigrant employees play an essential role in every industry, including academia, but the unique experiences of immigrant professors have received little study. Ultimately, this book reveals the strategies that immigrant professors use to bridge their native and adoptive cultures while highlighting the vital contributions they have made to academia as scholars, teachers, and leaders.
Being new to the teaching profession can be overwhelming. Taking charge of a classroom for the first time, building new relationships and planning for lessons are some of the challenges you'll encounter. But never fear! This new LGT will support you as you take the first steps in your career.
What might it mean for young children with disabilities to experience freedom and belonging from their earliest moments in school? This one-of-a-kind book argues that a focus on disability and ableism is necessary for countering traditional developmental perspectives and oppressive notions of "normalcy" to cultivate freedom and belonging for marginalized young children.
An accessible framework to help education leaders at all levels turn goals into effective action, this practical, hope-filled work encourages leaders--from teachers to superintendents and CEOs--to think expansively about what they can do on behalf of all students, their families, and their communities.
This book explores the concept of artificial intelligence (AI) literacy within higher education, addressing both instructors' and students' preparedness to engage with AI technologies responsibly and effectively. By synthesising existing frameworks and empirical studies, alongside presenting two original research studies, the book bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications tailored for modern educational contexts.
It has never been harder to engage young men in conversations about masculinity, and it has never been more confusing to know where to start. How do we discuss problem areas associated with masculinities, without demonising the young men we are engaging with? How do we create safe spaces for young people to discuss and challenge their masculinities together?
Beginning with the assertion that educators can effectively use comics and graphic novels to develop readers' critical literacy and empathy, DeHart explores the use of graphic novels across grade levels in a wide range of topics and themes. Taking When Stars Are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed as a recurring focal text, DeHart argues that critical conversations can be opened up through well-chosen graphic novels. The book features recommended titles, insights from graphic novel authors and creators, and lesson ideas.
Being a PhD student is not easy. Navigating the highly competitive world of academia while working hard for little or no pay would be stressful for anyone--but it's especially challenging for graduate students who are also parents. The authors, representing a variety of disciplines, share fresh perspectives on the experiences of graduate students with children and offer strategies they can use to navigate the dual pressures of the academy and parenting.
This updated edition explores the nexus of research, power and legitimacy, advocating for equitable knowledge construction. The book champions diverse forms of knowledge, envisioning a future where cultural, spiritual and experiential insights have equal impact on policymaking. Interdisciplinary and thought-provoking, this is a vital resource for scholars and students alike.
Student mental health is a huge issue in the education sector, and due to overwhelmed mental health systems, greater pressures are placed on teachers to offer pastoral support to students. This book is packed with practical strategies to help teachers with supporting their students.
The Language & Speech Science (LASS) Library holds books and periodicals on the theory and practice of language study.
The Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health Library holds resources relating to children's health.
A brief guide to finding and accessing e-books via UCL Explore.
A range of attitudes and ideas are represented across our historical and current library materials, collected since UCL’s foundation in 1826. As a result, some terminology found in Explore may be considered harmful, discriminatory, or offensive. Find out more.
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