Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years - Couverture rigide

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1849205779 ISBN 13 : 9781849205771

Editeur : Sage Publications Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

By focusing on key figures in early years education and care, this book considers the influential thinkers and ground-breaking approaches that have revolutionized practice. With contributions from leading authorities in the field, chapters provide an explanation of the approach, an analysis of the theoretical background, case studies, questions and discussion points to facilitate critical thinking.

Included are chapters on:

- Froebel

- Psychoanalytical theories

- Maria Montessori

- Steiner Waldorf education

- High/Scope

- Post-modern and post-structuralist perspectives

- Forest Schools

- Vivian Gussin Paley

- Te Whatilderiki

Written in an accessible style and relevant to all levels of early years courses, the book has staggered levels of Further Reading that encourage reflection and promotes progression.

Linda Miller is Professor Emeritus of Early Years, The Open University

Linda Pound is a consultant and author, renowned for her work in early years education and care.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

By focusing on key figures in early years education and care, this book considers the influential thinkers and ground-breaking approaches that have revolutionized practice. With contributions from the leading authorities and researchers in the field, chapters provide an explanation of the approach, an analysis of the theoretical background, case studies from practice and questions and discussion points to facilitate critical thinking. Written in an accessible style and relevant to all levels of early years courses, from undergraduate to graduate degrees, the book asks the reader to engage with debates and to develop their own views and opinions.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Sage Publications Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1849205779
• ISBN 13: 9781849205771
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 192
• Éditeur: Miller Linda, Pound Linda
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible