Early Childhood Studies A Social Science Perspective [Hardcover]

Early Childhood Studies: A Social Science Perspective explores key issues in early childhood studies from a variety of social science disciplines, including psychology, sociology, social policy and education. Each chapter considers a different social science discipline, identifying, analysing and critically assessing how that particular discipline enriches early years provision and research.

User-friendly student features are included throughout, including:
icebreakers introduce the main chapter themes
objectives help readers to develop cognitive skills, moving from identifying to analysing to critically assessing
formative activities encourage practical application of the content
case-studies ground theory in practice
research activities support those looking to take their understanding further
self-assessment questions allow readers to test their knowledge
further reading references and web links provide ideas for further exploration

An essential course companion for all Early Childhood Studies undergraduate students.

Introduction \ 1. Psychology and Early Childhood Studies \ 2. Sociology and Early Childhood Studies \ 3. Social Policy and Early Childhood Studies \ 4. Pedagogy and Early Childhood Studies \ 5. Enhancing Learning and Early Childhood Studies \ 6. Research Methods and Early Childhood Studies \ Conclusion \ Answers \ References \ Index

Explores key issues in early childhood studies from a social science perspective, exploring how social science can offer explanations to many aspects of human behaviour.