Full Description
Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood: Pedagogies of Inquiry and Relationships is an introduction for early childhood educators beginning their studies. Reflecting the fact that there is no single correct approach to the challenges of teaching, this book explores teaching through two lenses: teaching as inquiry and teaching as relating. The first part of the book focuses on inquiry, covering early childhood learning environments, learning theories, play pedagogies, approaches to teaching and learning, documentation and assessment, and the policy, curriculum and regulatory requirements in Australia. The second part explores relationships in early childhood contexts and covers topics such as fostering meaningful and respectful relationships with children, and working with families, staff and the wider community. Written by well-respected academics in the field, Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood is a vital resource for those entering the early childhood education and care profession.
Contents
Part I: Teaching as Inquiry; 1. The early childhood teacher; 2. Working within early childhood learning environments; 3. Co-constructing learning with children; 4. Approaches to teaching and learning; 5. Agentic documentation and assessment in the 21st century; 6. Advocacy with early childhood policy, curriculum and regulatory requirements; Part II: Teaching as relating; 7. Fostering meaningful and respectful relationships with children; 8. Engaging with families and working in partnership; 9. Working collaboratively with staff; 10. Being with and connecting to community; 11. Sustainability and connecting to nature; 12. Inquiring and relating in the everyday life of an early childhood teacher.
