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Zusatztext All chapters include research examples, case studies, further reading and useful web-sites, all of which will be of use to both students and teachers pursuing continuing professional development, whether through courses or in-house projects. The standard of writing, the quality of theory and the research base is consistently high throughout all the chapters, and this is a testimony to both the expertise and skills of the chapter authors and the coordinating and editing skills of Noel Purdy. Informationen zum Autor Noel Purdy is Head of Education Studies in the Department of Teacher Education at Stranmills University College, UK. Klappentext An essential guide for those training to teach in the secondary sector and for teachers who have recently taken on pastoral responsibilities. Vorwort A critical guide to effective pastoral care provision, exploring a range of issues including bereavement, bullying, child abuse, domestic violence, separation/divorce, self-harm and suicide. Zusammenfassung How can teachers deal with the growing pastoral needs of pupils aged 11-16 in schools?This critical guide explores the pastoral role which teachers play in schools, and argues that today's schools continue to offer children an invaluable source of support. This guide explores a number of serious pastoral issues, drawing on contemporary research to outline the impact which these issues can have on children aged 11-16 and offering practical strategies for providing support on a whole-school and individual classroom level. Consideration is also given to how schools can use the curriculum proactively to help pupils be more prepared to deal with serious pastoral issues.Topics dealt with include:- supporting children who are experiencing separation or divorce- helping to prevent and deal with bullying, including cyber-bullying- identifying and responding to possible child abuse- understanding the impact of domestic violence- supporting children through bereavement- responding to self-harm and suicideThis is the essential guide for those training to teach in the secondary sector and for practicing teachers who have recently taken on pastoral responsibilities. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction, Noel Purdy (Stranmills University College, UK) 1. Pastoral Care: Origins, Definitions and Roles, Noel Purdy (Stranmills University College, UK) 2. Child Protection in Schools, Bronagh McKee (Stranmillis University College, UK) 3. Bullying in Schools, Fran Thompson (Goldsmiths College, University of London, UK)and Peter K. Smith (Goldsmiths College, University of London, UK) 4. Children and Young People Affected by Domestic Violence and Abuse: The Role of Schools in Promoting Safety, Wellbeing and Protection, Christine Harrison (University of Warwick, UK) and Ravi Thiari (University of Warwick, UK) 5. Separation and Divorce: School Responses, Paula Hall (Relate, UK) and Noel Purdy (Stranmills University College, UK) 6. Bereavement: Challenges and Opportunities for Schools, Mary F. Lappin (University of Glasgow, UK) 7. Self-Harm and Suicide: Positive Pastoral Strategies for Schools, Jo Bell (University of Hull, UK) Index...
