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This book provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary thought and practice in teaching geography. It is designed to support continuing professional development and reflective practice in geography education by: encouraging a critical understanding of the literature and concepts; stimulating teachers to continue with personal and professional development; and providing professionally relevant knowledge, understanding, skills and values. Drawn from a wide range of eminent geographers and experienced practitioners, the authors cover: progress in geography - changing viewpoints; the geography curriculum - development planning and issues; research and geography teaching - why and how research matters. Thi
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REFLECTIVE PRACTICE IN GEOGRAPHY TEACHING
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REFLECTIVE PRACTICE IN GEOGRAPHY TEACHING EDITED BY ASHLEY KENT
Paul Chapman Publishing
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Collection and editorial material © Ashley Kent 2000 Chapter 1 © Andrew Goudie 2000 Chapter 2 © Adrian McDonald 2000 Chapter 3 © Geraldene Wharton 2000 Chapter 4 © Julian Mayes 2000 Chapter 5 © Peter Jackson 2000 Chapter 6 © Alan Hudson 2000 Chapter 7 © Derek Spooner 2000 Chapter 8 © Peter Wood 2000 Chapter 9 © Eleanor Rawling 2000 Chapter 10 © David Balderstone 2000 Chapter 11 © David Lambert 2000 Chapter 12 © Sheila King 2000 Chapter 13 © Stephanie Jackson 2000
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PART ONE PROGRESS IN GEOGRAPHY: CHANGING VIEWPOINTS 1 Trends in physical geography Andrew S. Goudie
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2 Ecosystems and their management Adrian McDonald
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3 New developments in managing river environments Geraldene Wharton
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4 Changing perspectives on changing climates Julian Mayes
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5 New