This engaging and accessible book is essential reading for those interested in using technology to develop as a practitioner and continue to provide the best care and learning for every child.
Fiona Joines is an expert in early childhood education and digital technologies. This is her first book, and it draws on her passion for the Early Years and the wider world of technology.
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All settings whether they are tech savvy or less confident in their knowledge or abilities will greatly appreciate this book. Karen Hunt
Chapter 1 Why do I need to use technology?
Chapter 2 - How can technology support the characteristics of effective learning and areas of learning?
Chapter 3 - How can we make the most of the technology we already have?
Chapter 4 New technology
Chapter 5 Technology beyond the setting
Chapter 6 - Technology for staff - making your role easier
Chapter 7 - Pause for thought - barriers to using technology
Chapter 8 What next?
Conclusion
Why should we embrace technology?
How can it make the practitioners role easier?
This book is the answer to these questions, equipping Early Years practitioners with the skills and knowledge to use technology: both that which they already have, and that which they can access from beyond the setting (such as in the local community and online).
Written by an expert in both Early Years and Digital Inclusion, it provides practical tips and guidance for practitioners working at all levels to implement the use of technology across all areas of the curriculum and to support the development of the chalĂ0
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