Early Childhood Education: Society and Culture [Paperback]

This fully revised and up-to-date edition examines sociocultural and historical approaches to current theories of learning in early childhood education. It sets out research-based evidence linking theory and practice in early childhood settings. Written by leading figures in the field, the book extends a strong and traditional themethe importance of the child's perspective and respect for each child's individual background.This fully revised and up-to-date edition examines sociocultural and historical approaches to current theories of learning in early childhood education. It sets out research-based evidence linking theory and practice in early childhood settings. Written by leading figures in the field, the book extends a strong and traditional themethe importance of the child's perspective and respect for each child's individual background.'The authors who have contributed to this book bring a wealth of expertise and a wide range of research findings. This gives the reader the opportunity to link theory with practice in a helpful and illuminating way' - Early Years UpdateEvery chapter will be relevant to students and practitioners working in early years. Found it difficult to put the book down - such an interesting read.With contributions from well respected authors, this publication focuses on the sociocultural and historical approaches to theories of learning. Learning and pedagogy, the nature of knowledge, assessment and evaluation and quality in the Early Years are all examined within a balanced format. Discussion points and contextualised examples enhance the overall effect.A wonderful book. This brings together multiple perspectives and provides insightful reading for second year students.This book will be very useful to degree students throughout their studies. It's a book I have dipped in and out of and I am sure students will do the same. Some of the ideas and concepts will challenge students thinking. The critical link between theory and practice anl£#