How many times have you come across a term in your studies and asked 'but what does it really mean'? The Dictionary of Education Terms provides the key to deciphering what your lecturers, tutors, and textbooks are actually saying. It covers a range of terms from infancy through to early childhood and primary education--birth to 12 years. This dictionary: * combines clear definitions with practical examples* introduces key theorists and explains their theories in the context of teaching* spells out and explains acronyms and abbreviations*provides cross-references to other terms and theories