Open University Press imprint: 307 books

This book is a clear, concise and straightforward guide to a well-established approach to problem-solving and learning in groups that enables change.

A definitive text covering the latest thinking, models and approaches from expert practitioners in coaching and mentoring supervision.

Gestalt Coaching sets out an accessible, succinct yet critical examination of the approach, key concepts and emerging methodology for Gestalt coaching practice.

A comprehensive, research-based introduction to healthcare management, covering healthcare systems, services, organisations and management.

Assessment for Learning is based on a two-year project involving thirty-six teachers in schools in Medway and Oxfordshire. After a brief review of the research background and of the project itself, successive chapters describe the specific practices which teachers found fruitful and the underlying ideas...

This book suggests ways to develop the creativity of teachers, groups and individuals using theories and practical examples.

Covering the essential key skills and personal development of the successful coach, mentor or supervisor, with guidelines for practice.

This book draws links between early innovative thinkers and the ideas and philosophy of coaching, all to enhance coaching practice in action.

This book ultimately aims to answer the questions students have about research in a no nonsense style and can be used as a guide to the main methodologies and tools used in the field.

This book, written specifically for paramedic students, will answer the call for paramedic specific textbooks and will give relevant examples and context for this newly established profession.

This bestselling book provides an accessible introduction to the concepts and practicalities of research methods in health and health services.

The Good Research Guide is a best-selling introductory book on the basics of social research.

How to Research is a clear and accessible guide to the business of doing a research project. It systematically takes the reader through from the planning to the writing up and finishing off.

Part of the Understanding Public Health series, this book offers a critical overview of public health in the 19th and 20th centuries as well as critical and long-term perspectives on current issues.