Routledge Art of Teaching Secondary English - Innovative Approaches

This Routledge book reconsiders the fundamental philosophy of English teaching in schools, addressing the risk of reductive and mechanistic instruction. The authors evaluate current practice and present a practical framework for new approaches to this essential subject. Drawing on recent initiatives including the National Literacy Strategy, the work offers broader perspectives on how English and English teaching develop within modern society. It helps educators establish a personal teaching philosophy whilst developing critical perspective on varied instructional methods. Ideal for secondary English teachers seeking to move beyond conventional approaches and implement more creative, engaging pedagogies that better serve students' learning needs.