Full Description
This book provides early years teacher educators with critical guidance to explore the enduring philosophies and principles of early years' pedagogy and to creatively interpret and communicate these to those they are training to be teachers and professionals. It is framed by a principle of continued professional dialogue as integral to, and essential for, effective practice. It:
is designed to promote discussion around key themes rather than promote simple solutions to particular challenges
foregrounds principles, values and ethics as a precursor to good practice
encourages reflective engagement with real life exemplars and case studies
juxtaposes traditional philosophies and values with alternative approaches to early learning and childhood
presents findings from research into child development and learning and how these interface with pedagogic approaches.
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction: current contexts for professional development in early years education Mary Wild Chapter 2: What does professional dialogue mean? Elise Alexander Chapter 3: Revisiting values and ethical standpoints in early years education Helena Mitchell and Nick Swarbrick Chapter 4: The learning relationship: principles of effective learning and practice in the early years Gillian Lake Chapter 5: Understanding the family and cultural contexts for learning Catharine Gilson Chapter 6: The informed practitioner Mary Briggs
