Learning in early childhood : a whole child approach from birth to 8 / edited by Pat Beckley.

Other author Beckley, Pat.
Format Book
Publication InfoLondon ; Thousand Oaks, Calif. : SAGE, 2012.
Descriptionxvi, 245 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents pt. 1: How young children learn. Historical perspectives; Theories of learning ; Partnerships with parents/ carers ; Pedagogy in practice / Pat Beckley -- pt. 2: Supporting young children's learning. Motivation and self-esteem / Pat Beckley -- Inclusion and 'educating' the whole child / Sue Lambert -- Diversity in the early years / Helen Hendry -- Thinking skills / Sharon Marsden -- pt. 3: Organizing the learning environment. Approaches to play / Lindy Nahmad-Williams -- Enabling environments / Jane Johnston -- Learning and teaching styles / Alison Jakins -- Leadership and management in early years settings / Pat Beckley -- pt. 4: Issues in practice. Engaging early learners / Becky Glenton -- The social context / Pat Beckley -- Multi-agency working / Anita Soni -- Forward thinking and forward practice / Liz Creed.
Abstract By explaining the theoretical context and highlighting relevant research evidence, this books supports a whole child approach to learning in the early years.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
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Joyner General Stacks LB1139.3 .G7 L43 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold