Books published by Open University Press

For any coach who wants to understand resilience, this book provides a clear and comprehensive resource on what resilience is or isn't; how to recognise its loss and how to work with resilience in a variety of ways.

A practical book on observing children, with guidance on appropriate techniques plus examples to help prepare your child case study

This book focuses on the leadership of practice and, in particular, how to bring about changes which improve practice. It draws on research into a group of early years leaders which followed them for almost three years as they attempted to improve provision in their settings as 'change agents' and 'leaders of practice'.

The book is an essential textbook for primary science modules and provides teachers, trainers and tutors with a practical and accessible introduction to the fundamental aspects of teaching and learning primary science.

CBT Fundamentals is an indispensable, introductory guide for all mental health practitioners embarking on CBT training.

This book is a key text that will help students link the theory of working with socially excluded people to practice.

This book explores the science inherent in good early years practice and provides a rich range of ideas to inspire you to 'have a go' in your setting.

Play as a powerful learning and teaching experience remainskey to effective early childhood education. Retaining its popular approach and style, this new edition reflects the contemporary context of early childhood education and care as well emerging research on young children's development. The emphasis remains firmly on demonstrating the excellenceof play and its contribution to children's overall learning and development in the early years, and the role of adults in promoting inspirational playful pedagogies.It offers new coverage on topics such as brain development, gender, babies' play, cultural diversity and inclusion, children as researchers, new technologies, outdoor play and international dimensions. Key features include: A chapter overview giving a brief outline of aims and purpose Lively and meaningful cameos to help bring the themes andissues to life Content drawing on the cameos to help link research, theory and practice Reflective questions to raise awareness of, and reflection on, the issues raised Useful websites and further readingThis is a must-read book for all students studying early childhood at a range of levels and practitioners who are looking to deepen their understanding of play and playful practices. Janet Moyles's 'The Excellence of Play' has become a corner-stone of Early Childhood Education and Care and provides evidence that young children learn best by playing, exploring, experimenting - in short having exciting, adventurous, creative experiences which are meaningful and interest them. The ideas and examples in the chapters from Janet and her co-writers (many of them 'new') are a source of utter delight. Please, please someone, make this book compulsory reading for MPs and policy wonks. Tricia David, Emeritus Professor, Canterbury Christ Church University 'The Excellence of Play' is now in its 4th edition and this is testimony to how thought-provoking an edited collection it continues to be. This much anticipated new edition does not disappoint: there are chapters written by foremost authors in the field and a vast array of perspectives on play are gathered together in one volume. In summary, this book is a valuable contribution to the field of Early Childhood Studies and should be considered essential reading for students and practitioners alike. On reading this book, one is left in no doubt about the primacy of play in young children's lives and the important role of adults in supporting their play. Dr. Deborah Albon, London Metropolitan University This book explores play from differing perspectives, which combine to provide a thought-provoking and comprehensive account of its value. The rigorous introduction examines and explains the relevance of the different chapters, written by experts in their fields, placing them in historical, cultural, psycho-social, curricular and pedagogical contexts. This new edition of a classic text offers encouragement as well as information to all working with young children and their families. It provides grounded evidence for the importance of play, spelling out the complex but crucial contribution it makes to self-regulation, motivation and well-being, which are under threat in current conditions. Readers will be equipped to affirm and disseminate the importance of ensuring that future generations benefit from meaningful play. Wendy Scott, President TACTYCPlay absorbs children; it fascinates them. It also fascinates and intrigues teachers, researchers and theorists, as the fourth edition of this book demonstrates. Its contributors do justice to the delights, complexities, puzzles and imponderables of play and make a powerful case against the undue "e;schoolification"e; of childhood and for the "e;playification"e; of schooling. Colin Richards HMI(retired) Emeritus Professor of Education, University of Cumbria

This is an ideal companion for anyone involved in practice educating social work students.

Aimed at students and practitioners, this book includes precise definitions and examples of key concepts and methods in health promotion practice and a chapter by chapter description of the management planning, strategy selection, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programmes.

A Teacher's Guide to Classroom Research is a great `one-stop' guide for student or qualified teachers looking to undertake classroom research.

Offers key knowledge on theories of early learning and child development to support trainees in developing their role and skills as Early Years Teachers.

Using examples from a range of settings, this book provides a clear introduction to basic principles in social research.

Taking as its starting point that young children learn and develop in a network of relationships, this book emphasises that each relationship has its own specific features, functions and learning/teaching affordances (Thompson, 2005).

This book explains the wide basis of perspectives on which we build an understanding of people's behaviours and why we respond in the way we do.

The book gives information and support using evidence-based, low-intensity psychological treatments involving CBT for mild to moderate mental illness.

This book is the perfect quick reference or study guide for students covering disease and therapeutics as part of a nursing or other healthcare course.

Leadership is a vital part of delivering high quality healthcare for all healthcare professionals. This book demonstrates how vital leadership skills are for all paramedics and explore how paramedics can lead in their everyday practice.

An accessible, research-informed approach to personal development issues for the counsellor, therapist or mental health practitioner, complete with learning tasks.

An exploration of the therapeutic relationship from a variety of theoretical positions for students as well as new and experienced practitioners

This is a key text in community work, discussing international thinkers and arguing for more critical analysis of community work.

This groundbreaking book equips mental health nurses with knowledge of physical health issues and clinical insights into best practice.

The book is intended to give enough information and ideas for trainee teachers to approach the practical business of teaching with confidence.

Using CBT exercises to understand what drives your low self-esteem, you will learn how to recognize your strengths and keep your inner critic at bay.