Judy Williams

This book adopts the arts-based methodology of social fiction to explore the professional becoming of a teacher educator, Patricia Morgan. The aim of the book is to examine and generate new knowledge about how cumulative life and educational experiences shape teacher educators as teachers, doctoral candidates, academics, mentors and colleagues. Through reading Patricia’s story, you will explore how she reflects on, and tries to make sense of, who she is as a learner, educator and professional. Grounded in research on the work of teachers and teacher educators, Patricia’s story will encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and support you in becoming the professional that you aspire to be.

This book presents a duoethnographic exploration and narrative account of what it means to be a teacher educator today. Adopting a narrative approach, the book presents different personal, political and institutional perspectives to interrogate common challenges facing teacher education and teacher educators today. In addition, the book compares and contrasts the teacher education landscapes in Australia and the UK and addresses a broad range of topics, including the autobiographical nature of teacher educators’ work, the value of learning from experience, the importance of collegiality and collaboration in learning to become a teacher educator, and the intersection of the personal, professional and political in the development of teacher educator pedagogies and research agendas. Each chapter combines personal narratives and research-based perspectives on the key dimensions of teacher educators’ work that can be found in the literature, including self-study research. Readers will gain a better understanding of the processes, influences and relationships that make being a teacher educator both a challenging and rewarding career. Accordingly, the book offers a valuable asset for university leaders, experienced and beginning teacher educators, and researchers interested in the professional learning and development of teacher educators.

Helping children, disabled people, the unemployed, the elderly or homeless people can be inspiring work. However you can only help other people effectively if you understand your role clearly and know how to navigate the organisation in which you work. Professional Practice in Human Service Organisations examines what it means to be a professional in human service work, and how to develop excellence in professional practice. Making explicit what is often held as tacit knowledge in day to day practice, the authors explain the dynamics of human service organisations. They outline the challenges worker can face in caring for vulnerable people while at the same time fulfilling expectations of management and funding bodies. They explain the importance of understanding the complex networks of service delivery systems, including the role of information technology. They also examine how workers can maintain professional relations with clients, colleagues and other workers by developing skills in advocacy and in handling conflict, complaints and ethical dilemmas. Professional Practice in Human Service Organisations is essential reading for practitioners new to roles in social work, community work, youth work and related fields.

This book presents a duoethnographic exploration and narrative account of what it means to be a teacher educator today. Adopting a narrative approach, the book presents different personal, political and institutional perspectives to interrogate common challenges facing teacher education and teacher educators today. In addition, the book compares and contrasts the teacher education landscapes in Australia and the UK and addresses a broad range of topics, including the autobiographical nature of teacher educators’ work, the value of learning from experience, the importance of collegiality and collaboration in learning to become a teacher educator, and the intersection of the personal, professional and political in the development of teacher educator pedagogies and research agendas. Each chapter combines personal narratives and research-based perspectives on the key dimensions of teacher educators’ work that can be found in the literature, including self-study research. Readers will gain a better understanding of the processes, influences and relationships that make being a teacher educator both a challenging and rewarding career. Accordingly, the book offers a valuable asset for university leaders, experienced and beginning teacher educators, and researchers interested in the professional learning and development of teacher educators.

This book features tasty food to make yourself shown in step-by-step pictures. It offers fun food - snacks, meals, desserts, cakes and drinks - for kids aged 8-12, both to make themselves and cook with adult guidance. You can make your own nifty nibbles, create a feast for your friends, mix up some monster muffins, or whizz up a lip-smackingly delicious drink. It includes clear step-by-step photographs of the techniques for every recipe, tips and hints, information about tools and equipment, and an A-Z of cooking terms used in the book. It is exciting to eat a dish you've cooked yourself, and in this book, you will find lots of tempting recipes to try: easy-peasy Tasty Toasts, Chilli Cheese Nachos, Chunky Choc Bars, or a tropical fruit salad are just a few of the delights on offer. When you are ready to try trickier treats you'll find lots of snacks, biscuits and cakes to make. Every recipe is illustrated with clear step-by-step photographs and safe, easy-to-follow instructions. Basic cooking techniques are shown in many recipes, so after making a few of the dishes, you will have learned lots of useful skills. There's a guide to cooking terms, so you will be able to understand the recipes and techniques, safety tips for working in the kitchen, plus useful tips and helpful hints throughout. With its wide range of simple recipes, easy-to-read style and practical approach, this book will provide hours of creative fun.

Share the stories of Jesus as a boy and Jesus calming the storm with this Bible story "flip" book. This charming and durable board book contains two Bible stories that feature bright, engaging artwork and simple language. When you finish one story, simply flip the book overfor the second story. A great book for home, the classroom, or church.

Share the stories of God's Creation and Noah's Ark with this Bible story "flip" book. This charming and durable board book contains two Bible stories that feature bright, engaging artwork and simple language. When you finish one story, simply flip the book over for the second story. A great book for home, the classroom, or church.

Finally, one program teaches students and adults what they can do to prevent bullying! ""No Fishing Allowed"" is a violence prevention program that addresses various elements of bullying behaviors. Carol Gray, author and creator of the groundbreaking ""New Social Story Book"", is a pioneer in social skills education. Judy Williams' extensive counseling experience complements Gray's work. Together they produce an all-inclusive program. Through the use of the Teacher Manual, Student Workbook, and an instructional DVD for teachers, this program: emphasizes empowerment strategies for all students who are affected by bully/target relationships; provides teachers with information, ideas, and activities to address bullying attempts and other unfriendly social interactions; addresses topics such as peer conflict versus bullying attempts, tattling versus reporting, word bullying, friendship bullying, gender-specific bullying, anti-bullying strategies for witnesses, and many more; supplies an in-depth annotated bibliography consisting of numerous additional resources; and allows teachers to organize efforts toward establishing peaceful, friendly, and accepting learning environments for all students.

Finally, one program teaches students and adults what they can do to prevent bullying! No Fishing Allowed is a violence prevention program that addresses various elements of bullying behaviors. Carol Gray, author and creator of the groundbreaking New Social Story Book, is a pioneer in social skills education. Judy Williams' extensive counseling experience complements Gray's work. Together they produce an all-inclusive program. Through the use of the Teacher Manual, Student Workbook, and an instructional DVD for teachers.