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The only applied textbook in the market, Lomas et al cover the latest cutting-edge theory and research in the subject, providing students with the knowledge and tools necessary to apply positive psychology.

This book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to creativity that is up-to-date with current research and policy changes. A textbook like this is currently lacking in the market and Simon seeks to fill this gap by offering an accessible core textbook, which covers key areas of creativity in relation to the early years. The book also reflects changes in the area with its rights-based approach and coverage of inclusion and international perspectives.

A 'one-stop shop' for assessment for student teachers covering all major assessment types carefully balancing theory with practical case studies and classroom activities.

This text is a new introduction to the politics of development. Starting from the perspective of people¿s everyday experiences, it tackles some of the most pressing questions that underlie global inequality and injustice, from the ground up.

This text is a new introduction to the politics of development. Starting from the perspective of people¿s everyday experiences, it tackles some of the most pressing questions that underlie global inequality and injustice, from the ground up.

The authors develop a methodology for identifying and challenging assumptions underlying existing theories and generating research questions, using examples from across the social sciences.

Challenges in ethnographic fieldwork are ubiquitous, yet rarely discussed. This book breaks the silence on these issues and, in revisiting ethnography through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion, seeks to better equip researchers in conducting fieldwork that is safe for them and their research participants.

Challenges in ethnographic fieldwork are ubiquitous, yet rarely discussed. This book breaks the silence on these issues and, in revisiting ethnography through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion, seeks to better equip researchers in conducting fieldwork that is safe for them and their research participants.

This book introduces major themes surrounding comparative and international education, giving readers a nuanced understanding of key debates and thinkers, as well as the tools necessary to conduct comparisons using secondary sources.

An anthology of textual analysis methodologies, this book outlines the advantages and challenges of each approach and demonstrates how to use it so readers have both the tools to decide which methodology would work best for them and the understanding of how to implement it successfully.

Written in a style accessible to all professionals, this fully updated Third Edition has been revised and enlarged to incorporate revisions to the Mental Health Act Code of Practice 2015 and the crucial impact of the Supreme Court decisions in the Cheshire West cases.

Wide ranging text offering a developmental approach and contextual understanding of intellectual disabilities, with chapters dedicated to specific conditions such as autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and foetal alcohol spectrum conditions.

The textbook provides a practical and accessible overview of qualitative research methods and their philosophical underpinnings. It will empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the dynamic landscape of qualitative research.

This book offers students a solid grounding in the core knowledge and skills of communication needed for effective practice. It takes the key theories and explains them in a systematic and practice-related way, to help undergraduate and postgraduate students develop a critical understanding of the subject.

Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards, this book introduces TNAs to the legal, ethical and professional EDI principles they need to know to in order to provide excellent person-centred care to a diverse patient population. The book helps TNAs overcome any nervousness around big issues by encouraging self-reflection.

Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards, this book equips TNAs with a solid grounding in evidence-based practice. As well as introducing the key concepts and principles, the book includes unique content on ethical decision making, addressing health inequalities and simulation learning, showing TNAs how evidence-based practice underpins all aspects of their profession.

This book explores our current societal struggles to transition towards more sustainable agrifood systems.

A collection of research about the home care market that explores the phenomenon of brokered care provision and care work.

The most applied, pedagogically innovative, policy-oriented, and contemporary text on Security Studies available. The unique structure has been devised to seamlessly merge theoretical concepts with practical scenarios and help you to engage with and understand the complexities of security in the modern world.

This book covers all the major areas of science relevant for beginning primary schoolteachers, explaining key concepts from the ground up, helping trainees develop into confident scienceeducators.

Presenting the basics of brand management, the second edition provides both a theoretical and practical guide, placing emphasis on the theory that the consumer is a co-creator in a brand's identity.

A novel, progressive and timely introduction to UK Politics. Bringing together leading researchers in the field, this cutting-edge textbook offers a complete picture of UK politics today. Its pluralistic approach and emphasis on the politics of the everyday illustrates the many ways we all influence British politics and emphasises the value in critical and traditional approaches.

A novel, progressive and timely introduction to UK Politics. Bringing together leading researchers in the field, this cutting-edge textbook offers a complete picture of UK politics today. Its pluralistic approach and emphasis on the politics of the everyday illustrates the many ways we all influence British politics and emphasises the value in critical and traditional approaches.

With a vivid narrative writing style, this book gives students a firm foundation in all areas covered on accredited British Psychological Society degree courses.