Books by Ivor F. (University of Brighton Goodson

Lifelong learning has become a mantra, but what does learning mean and do in the lives of adults? This title shows that learning is multi-faceted and complex; and also shows how learning helps people to strengthen and develop their sense of self, and assume a greater degree of control over their lives.

Based on data gathered for the Learning Lives project, which sought to understand learning by questioning individuals about their life histories, this book defines a fresh learning theory, based on the life-story narrative.

School subjects and how they are viewed and positioned within education is the focus of this text. It argues that, as part of rethinking the whole school curriculum, there has been a failure to look at the historical and social background of school subjects.

This text provides a discussion of the meaning of teacher professionalism and how it can be improved.

The process of curriculum development is highly practical, as Goodson shows in this enlarged anniversary third edition. This book questions the basis on which subjects are developed and formulates new possibilities for development.

Having spent years researching, thinking and writing about some of the key issues in education, the author presents twenty of his writings in this single volume. It covers: curriculum history and policy; classroom pedagogy and strategies for professional development; and life history, narrative and educational change.