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.
Breezy Mustang
CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
QuestQuill
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. 🎧 Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app – pure listening pleasure! 📚🔥 I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Spoiler Betty
I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch.
Blink
The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Twiddle Twix
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
Cosmo
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Hella Fella
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖 The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Spooky Yellowjacket
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
FlyGuardX
Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained.
Domino Combat
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
Lord Nikon
This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Indigo Red
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Acid Gosling
If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session?
Purity
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. 🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧
Romance Guppy
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The app is worth every penny. It’s packed with features and works flawlessly.
Pixie Soldier
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Dakota Bliss
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Cougar Fuzz
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Kickstart
🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs.
Teeder
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
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