World Class

This insightful book, World Class, tackles significant challenges in education, offering evidence-based solutions from renowned experts to transform teaching and learning.

This book delves into the pressing issues facing today’s educational institutions. The authors, David James and Ian Warwick, evaluate various case studies and present evidence-based solutions aimed at transforming the classroom experience. With contributions from educators around the globe, World Class serves as a compelling manifesto for change that resonates with everyone involved in the education sector.

Recognizing that every school has its unique context, the authors highlight that many challenges are universally experienced. Drawing on over fifty years of combined teaching experience in both independent and state schools, James and Warwick have identified ten pivotal questions that address the most significant challenges in education today. They have invited leading educational experts to provide stimulating and accessible essays, each under a thousand words, to tackle these questions.

Featuring insights from renowned figures such as John Hattie, David Blunkett, and Doug Lemov, World Class presents exclusive essays from some of the most respected voices in education, business, and politics. The contributors offer fresh perspectives on contemporary educational issues, challenging conventional wisdom while proposing practical, evidence-based solutions that aim to enhance teaching and learning. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of education.