Books published by SAGE Publications Ltd

Presenting readers with a reflective view of Grounded Theory from a constructivist perspective, this Second Edition continues to expertly introduce key debates in the field.

An up to date introduction to the crucial relationship between the police and young people, examined through a range of core themes.

A core text on research methods and design providing learning and skills support for all undergraduate psychology students.

A comprehensive and up-to-date new undergraduate text on the application and impact of psychology on modern policing.

A short introduction to writing skills for social work students.

A comprehensive introduction to ethics and values within a police setting for all those undertaking policing degrees.

Volume two of two of this comprehensive exploration of the major developments of social psychological theories.

Volume one of two of this comprehensive exploration of the major developments of social psychological theories.

This accessible introduction fills a gap for a textbook that can be used across all applications of Transactional Analysis - from counselling & psychotherapy to coaching. The expert authors make difficult TA concepts understandable for undergraduates and postgraduates alike.

Edited by an award-winning expert in the field, this collection investigates the sources and costs of workplace stress; major theories of organizational stress and well-being; and intervention studies in the field.

Online Learning examines the influence of new technologies on online pedagogy and provides an authoritative synthesis of existing research in the field. It also investigates the direction of e-learning in the digital age.

Perfect for those that want to use circle time in their setting, this classic book is now in its third edition and has been updated to include a CD Rom - allowing busy practitioners to print the activity and evaluation sheets that are part of this must-have resource!

Top authors including West-Burnham, Fullan and Hargreaves contribute to this key book on leadership, which has special potential in the Irish market

Detailing historical and scientific perspectives, this set identifies important turning points in research and practice, and indicates key challenges for the future of global health.

In more than 40 chapters, this new two-volume work examines the historic importance and future development of the field of environmental change, including theory, research and practice.

Presenting a collection of more than 60 articles, this set not only offers the last word on critical management studies of the last century, but also includes a selection of more recently published work that will set the agenda in the years to come.

Helps demonstrate how to run Forest School sessions with a wide range of different age groups and in many different settings.

Helps develop children's literacy in enjoyable and interesting ways

Written by leading authors in the field, this book in a new series offers critical and reflective treatment of a core early years topic which is covered by every early childhood course.

Student friendly, accessible and practical, this book covers all the core issues relating to the theory and practice of assessments in social work with children and their families

This essential book explores the key issues faced by teachers in the classroom today to improve professional reflection and work towards best practice.

This book shows how to promote positive behaviour and wellbeing in schools, with lots of examples of effective strategies, case studies, activities and checklists. With behaviour continuing to be a major concern for both primary and secondary teachers, this book is a must-buy!

A thought-provoking exploration not about space per se, but rather about how we perceive space, and why it is important to look at space if we want to understand human interaction.

Play is an underlying theme of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) but it is often a challenge for practitioners to provide a play-based curriculum. This book provides guidance on how practitioners can focus on play and meet the requirements of the EYFS.

Alternative, engaging, aimed at students, and written with the intention to challenge and educate. The onus is on fostering active consideration of marketing in the world.

Clearly set out and easy to understand, this book provides a complete guide to doing action research.

Focussing on three key areas in the social sciences, this book draws together contributors from a variety of areas who use a range of methodological approaches to present the reader with an inspirational guide to understanding and using methods and approaches in their research.