“This is an excellent book and I really like the way it is written, the content and the critical thinking activities. It has been invaluable to myself and the staff.“
Heather Booth-Martin – Craven College
“The very comprehensive breadth and depth of the content and its applicability to a diverse range of circumstances lends itself to meeting developmental needs for students and staff alike.“
Margaret Postance – Edgehill University
“The book is very clear, well laid out and relevant to a number of different people. I particularly like the way each chapter is summarised and the ‘taking it further’ column.”
Matthew Lowden – University of Winchester
“A clear read with lots of practical examples which link the theoretical aspects to the case studies and vignettes.”
Julie Beams – University of Bedfordshire
“It clearly links legislation, policy and practice together. It has good use of diagrams to support learning, which are supported by the ‘stretching’ critical thinking activities.”
Deborah Hussain – University of Derby
“Not many books on this subject – might get a chapter or so, so this is welcome.”
Sarah Williamson – University of Huddersfield
“All teachers will surely gain something from this well-structured and useful book. The authors continue to challenge the reader and chapters are peppered with critical-thinking activities and case studies. The structure allows the reader to work through chapters consecutively or they can identify key areas on which they wish to work … the book lends itself well to working either way. It is supportive and instructive, and I believe would make a welcome addition to the bookshelves of the majority of practitioners.”
Becky Hamilton – Darlington College
“This book fits a real gap in the market, as we have been running the ‘Preparing for the tutoring role’ module for the past year with no course book to support it. I particularly like the emphasis on coaching skills, as this is something we are trying to introduce within college.”
Nicky Hawkins – South Devon College
“I like the clear style of writing, relevance and accessibility to concepts, the book and chapter layout, summaries and further reading as well as resources offered; general clarity and a welcome alternative to Anne Gravells and Geoff Petty texts! I dislike nothing really, it’s a good ‘un’ and very useful.”
Kevin Austin – Sussex College
“A great book that gives the reader a firm framework from which to build their practice. From identifying the key values of a tutor to the delivery of the OSKAR coaching framework, the book allows you to gain a greater understanding of the tutor’s role and the impact an outstanding tutor can have on the progress of learners.”
Laurence Ross – Weston College
“The book is well sequenced and has good examples to draw on for discussion.”
Jane Booth – Uxbridge College
“It has good practical tips about association with student groups, the reflection required to connect with continuous improvement and the observation process for Initial Teacher Education and also personal tutors.”
Helen Robinson – Oaklands College
“I highly recommend this book. It goes beyond what is suggested by the title. There is much to appeal to anyone who works in education. It is easy to read and access through ‘bite size’ chunks, which makes dipping in and out easy. It has the feel of a short course with recaps and exercises to check understanding.”
Hellen Jordan – The Sheffield College
“I like the tables which give a very accessible breakdown of concepts/ issues, and practical techniques and strategies. Also I think the critical thinking activities are very useful for in and out of class activities to facilitate reflection and application.”
Gary Nixon – Brooklands College
“A really useful book; it gives you tools for the job. The great idea running through the book – that commitment to the learner is essential – is easy to forget as a teacher. I particularly liked the positive approach to disciplinary section in chapter 5. This is a serious issue in Maths & English; the chapter had useful content about positive reinforcement techniques and the encouragement of positive relationships. Also, chapter 7 is excellent. I felt calm after reading it. I would like to read this every time I know I am going to get observed.”
Emma Noonan – The Sheffield College