'An excellent text which offers students a rounded view of early years in the context of political agendas, while still maintaining the child at the centre of provision and understanding.' - Stephanie Evans, University of Cumbria 'Fully up-to-date with an accessible layout and style and a balance between current research, theory and practice, this new edition will prove to be a valuable resource for all students and practitioners.' - Jan Marks, Senior Lecturer, Early Years, University of Chester 'This should be a key text for all studying and teaching in the field of early years.' - Ioanna Paliologou, Centre for Educational Studies, University of Hull This new edition of an iconic book 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: New chapters on cultural-historical child development and childhood in a digital age Renewed emphasis on reflective practice across Part 4, supporting and encouraging your professional development New Reflection Points encourage deeper discussion and critical reflection, ideal for testing your understanding The latest on changes in early years policy and practice 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. INDICE: Introduction - Trisha Maynard and Sacha PowellPART ONE: PERSPECTIVES ON CHILDHOODChildhood in Different Cultures - Joanne WestwoodChildhood through the Ages - Yordanka ValkanovaSociology of Childhood - Nigel ThomasThe Globalisation of Early Childhood Education and Care - Helen PennChildhood in the Digital Age - Jackie MarshPART TWO: THE DEVELOPING CHILDThinking and Cognitive Development in Young Children - Ruth FordBabies' and Young Children's Social and Emotional Development - Tricia David with Sacha PowellLanguage Development in the Young Child - Thea Cameron-FaulknerPlay and Development in Early Childhood - Justine HowardCultural-Historical Theories of Child Development - Marilyn Fleer PART THREE: POLICY AND PROVISION FOR YOUNG CHILDRENEarly Childhood Policy and Services - Sonia JacksonChildren's Rights and the Law - Nigel ThomasEarly Childhood Education (ECE) - Iram Siraj-BlatchfordChild Welfare and Protection - Dendy PlattChildren's Health and Wellbeing - Sally RobinsonInclusive Policy and Practice - Siobhan O'ConnorPART FOUR: DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE PRACTICEObserving Children to Improve Practice - Helen MoylettUndertaking Research with Children - Alison ClarkIs Working Together Working? - Angela AnningEffective Early Childhood Leadership - Carol AubreyReferencesIndex
- ISBN: 978-1-4462-7067-7
- Editorial: SAGE Publications Ltd
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 352
- Fecha Publicación: 14/11/2013
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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