For Flourishing's Sake: Using Positive Education to Support Character Development and Well-being

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Roberts, F. 2020. For Flourishing's Sake: Using Positive Education to Support Character Development and Well-being. Jessica Kingsley.
AuthorsRoberts, F.
Abstract

Positive and character education are increasingly recognised as providing valuable ways for schools to improve the individual and social development and academic attainment of all students. Introducing new approaches for whole school implementation can be a daunting task as all aspects of school life can be affected by adopting a new philosophy.

Frederika Roberts provides clear thinking, guidance and inspiration to help you introduce enhance or expand positive education in your school. Drawing on interviews with pioneering school leaders and teachers from across the globe, Roberts weaves real life examples with research backed expert advice on all aspects of integrating character education in schools, including chapters on cultural context, leadership, and staff training.

This empowering, strengths-based book is a friendly companion providing the encouragement you need, along with a healthy dose of practical ideas, to help your school and each individual in its community to flourish.

KeywordsCharacter education; New approaches; Positive education
ISBN9781787750241
Web address (URL)https://uk.jkp.com/products/for-flourishings-sake
Output statusPublished
Publication dates21 Aug 2020
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Deposited08 Jun 2023
Year2020
PublisherJessica Kingsley
Edition1st
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