An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies
eBook - ePub

An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies

  1. 344 pages
  2. English
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eBook - ePub

An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies

About this book

This new edition of this bestselling textbook examines the key themes involved in the study of young children and childhood from a variety of disciplines and international perspectives, making essential links between theory and practice to help you apply your learning in real-life settings.

Key additions include:

  • the latest changes in early years policy
  • 2 brand new chapters on Postmodernist theories in Education, and Education for Sustainable Development
  • A renewed emphasis on reflective practice across Part 4, supporting and encouraging your professional development

Throughout, case studies, exercises and links to further reading help you engage with key issues and test your learning, making it easier for you to get to grips with all aspects of your course.

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Information

Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Year
2017
Edition
4
eBook ISBN
9781526417480
Topic
Education
Subtopic
Early Childhood Education

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Publisher Note
  4. Title Page
  5. Copyright Page
  6. Contents
  7. About the Editors
  8. About the Contributors
  9. Glossary
  10. Introduction
  11. PART 1 Perspectives on Childhood
  12. 1 Childhood in Different Cultures
  13. 2 Childhood through the Ages
  14. 3 Sociology of Childhood
  15. 4 The Globalisation of Early Childhood Education and Care
  16. 5 Childhood in the Digital Age
  17. Part 2 The Developing Child
  18. 6 Young Childrenā€™s Cognitive Development
  19. 7 Babiesā€™ and Young Childrenā€™s Emotional and Social Development
  20. 8 Language Development in the Young Child
  21. 9 Play and Development in Early Childhood
  22. 10 Cultural-Historical Theories of Child Development
  23. Part 3 Policy and Provision for Young Children
  24. 11 Early Childhood Policy and Services
  25. 12 Childrenā€™s Rights and the Law
  26. 13 Early Childhood Education (ECE)
  27. 14 Child Welfare and Protection
  28. 15 Childrenā€™s Health and Wellbeing
  29. 16 Inclusive Policy and Practice
  30. Part 4 Developing Effective Practice
  31. 17 Observing Children to Improve Practice
  32. 18 Undertaking Research with Young Children
  33. 19 Is Working Together Working?
  34. 20 Effective Early Childhood Leadership
  35. 21 Early Childhood Education for Sustainability
  36. 22 Opening Pandoraā€™s Box: Postmodernist Perspectives of Childhood
  37. References
  38. Index

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