/library/oar/handle/123456789/51558 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:48:34 GMT 2025-11-03T09:48:34Z :443/library/oar/retrieve/ec439bc1-522c-4009-9842-ec7211dc4a02/education.png /library/oar/handle/123456789/51558 /library/oar/handle/123456789/56323 Title: llustrations in children's books : effect and effectiveness Abstract: Within pedagogy, visuals are an arbitrary element, but often an important asset. It is an element that instructs through suggestion - an evocation of the familiar within the mind, placed within an unfamiliar context. Conditionally, both are jointly accepted because of their association. The impact of the visual images cannot be underestimated, not only on the young mind but also on that of the adult. "What we have seen with our eyes remains in the mind long after the spoken or written word has been dissipated into the air" (Whalley and Chester, 1988 p. 11 ). Here I am proposing a brief review of the literature and commentary on the nature and effect of illustrations, particularly those to be found in children's books. The idea is to promote awareness of the mechanics of this very important element, providing a knowledge that can help turn its presence into a pedagogical tool. Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT /library/oar/handle/123456789/56323 2001-06-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/56322 Title: School absenteeism Abstract: Together with such problems as literacy and bullying, absenteeism from school constitutes one of the greatest threats facing our educational system, as is the case in other countries. In the United Kingdom, for instance, about 24 per cent of secondary school children absent themselves from school for one reason or another; from 3 to 7 per cent are absent for some valid reason. At a time when all the stakeholders in education in this country are preparing themselves (not without enthusiasm and commitment, it needs to be said) for the implementation of some of the many important reforms contemplated by the National Minimum Curriculum, let us not think or dare hope that the problems that plague the educational system will simply disappear the moment we head along the road of the much- needed and long-awaited reforms. The problems that threaten our educational system, including absenteeism, have been long in the pipel ine. Dealing with them will require incessant effort and time. Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT /library/oar/handle/123456789/56322 2001-06-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/56321 Title: Improving the essence of teaching Abstract: Good professional development requires that we constantly analyse what one has tried, what one has accomplished, and then what one must do to make the next attempt more powerful. If we really want to improve student achievement, we ultimately have to improve teacher expertise. That is why my argument has always been that if we want to improve the quality of education we are providing to our students (from a small rural primary school to the post-secondary institutions/ higher education institutions we may be teaching in) we cannot neglect the profession that needs to address such developments. Those who teach, or who lead teaching, have to become better at what they do. And, the only way they are going to become better is by focusing their time and energy on improving their knowledge and skill base. This is not about going to a workshop and being motivated by a speaker. This is about improving the essence of teaching. Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT /library/oar/handle/123456789/56321 2001-06-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/56320 Title: Film shows and primary education Abstract: Like any other multimedia experience in the hands of a professional teacher, film shows can offer a multitude of educational opportunities for children of all ages and educational abilities. Taking a class to a film show may be an educational event in itself, but much more can be elicited by the kind of film actually selected as well as the planning involved in organising remote preparation and follow-up sessions. For best effect, make the most out of a film show by actually putting it in the centre of a topic web. In fact, a film show is arguably one of the best vehicles for a thematic approach. Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT /library/oar/handle/123456789/56320 2001-06-01T00:00:00Z