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Learning to Read Critically in Teaching and Learning

by Louise Poulson

Book Details

Publisher:SAGE
Published:2004
Pages:254
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

This book combines a teaching text with exemplary reports of research and a literature review by international scholars.

Our Review

This essential guide transforms how educators approach academic literature by providing both instructional frameworks and real-world examples of critical analysis in teaching and learning contexts. Poulson masterfully bridges theory and practice through carefully selected research reports that demonstrate what rigorous scholarly engagement looks like across educational disciplines. The dual approach of teaching text paired with exemplary literature reviews creates an immersive learning experience for readers developing their critical reading skills. This isn't just another methodology bookβ€”it's a practical toolkit for decoding educational research with sophistication and discernment.

What sets this work apart is its immediate applicability to both emerging scholars and seasoned educators seeking to deepen their analytical capabilities. The international scope of the included research provides diverse perspectives that challenge readers to consider educational questions through multiple cultural and methodological lenses. Graduate students will find this particularly valuable for developing the critical literacy required for their own research and literature reviews. By modeling excellence in scholarly critique, Poulson empowers educators to become more discerning consumers and producers of educational knowledge that truly impacts classroom practice.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education