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

Contributor(s): Publication details: Los Angeles, Calif. ; London : SAGE, 2012.Description: xvi, 245 p. : illISBN:
  • 9781446254349 (e-book)
Subject(s): Genre/Form: DDC classification:
  • 23
LOC classification:
  • LB1139.3
Online resources: Available additional physical forms:
  • Also available in printed form ISBN 9781849204057
Summary: Providing a detailed rationale for an holistic approach to learning in the early years, this book explains the theoretical context and highlights the research evidence that supports implementing this method. By explaining the theoretical context and highlighting relevant research evidence, this book supports a whole child approach to learning in the early years. Drawing on case studies from a wide range of early years settings, the chapters consider how the different professions in education, health and social care can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all young children. Included are chapters on: theories of learning partnerships with parents and carers motivation and self-esteem diversity inclusion thinking skills approaches to play engaging early learners leadership and management multi-agency working The links made between theory and practice, and the practical suggestions for how to make this happen in any early years setting, make this book a vital text for all early years students.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Providing a detailed rationale for an holistic approach to learning in the early years, this book explains the theoretical context and highlights the research evidence that supports implementing this method. By explaining the theoretical context and highlighting relevant research evidence, this book supports a whole child approach to learning in the early years. Drawing on case studies from a wide range of early years settings, the chapters consider how the different professions in education, health and social care can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all young children. Included are chapters on: theories of learning partnerships with parents and carers motivation and self-esteem diversity inclusion thinking skills approaches to play engaging early learners leadership and management multi-agency working The links made between theory and practice, and the practical suggestions for how to make this happen in any early years setting, make this book a vital text for all early years students.

Also available in printed form ISBN 9781849204057

Electronic reproduction. Askews and Holts. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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