Book description
Teaching controversial issues in the classroom is now more urgent and fraught than ever as we face up to rising authoritarianism, racial and economic injustice, and looming environmental disaster. Despite evidence that teaching controversy is critical, educators often avoid it. How then can we prepare and support teachers to undertake this essential but difficult work? Hard Questions: Learning to Teach Controversial Issues, based on a cross-national qualitative study, examines teacher educators' efforts to prepare preservice teachers for teaching controversial issues that matter for democracy, justice, and human rights. It presents four detailed cases of teacher preparation in three politically divided societies: Northern Ireland, England, and the United States. The book traces graduate students' learning from university coursework into the classrooms where they work to put what they have learned into practice. It explores their application of pedagogical tools and the factors that facilitated or hindered their efforts to teach controversy. The book's cross-national perspective is compelling to a broad and diverse audience, raising critical questions about teaching controversial issues and providing educators, researchers, and policymakers tools to help them fulfill this essential democratic mission of education.
ShadowDancer
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. 📚👌
Seal Snake
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TeederSmartie
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Baby Brown
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Pinup Diva
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Scratch
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Queen Ginger
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EchoExplorer
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Venom Petunia
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Double Eerie
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BloodEater
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Trouble Mittens
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Lounge Master
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why!
Vermilion
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏
Mud Finger
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight.
Risen
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Street Squirrel
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story.
ThoughtTrailblazer
💡 Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder – thank you, this app! 📱📖 Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
Spider Fuji
This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can 'read' while I work! No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles.
Lightening Trip
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience