Routledge - The Art of Teaching Secondary English Book

In an era where school-based English instruction risks becoming reductive and mechanistic, this book provides a necessary reconsideration of teaching philosophy. The authors evaluate current classroom practices and present a practical framework for implementing new approaches to this essential subject. By drawing on recent initiatives like the National Literacy Strategy, the text offers broad perspectives on how English and English teaching develop within modern society. This resource is designed to help educators move beyond standard methods to build a personal teaching philosophy and develop a critical perspective on their craft. It serves as a guide for those looking to bring more creativity and innovation to the secondary English classroom.