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OverviewEarly 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Dr Ewan InglebyPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic USA Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.455kg ISBN: 9781441125309ISBN 10: 1441125302 Pages: 240 Publication Date: 20 December 2012 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Language: English Table of ContentsIntroduction 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 IndexReviewsAn excellent contribution to the arena of Early Childhood Studies which clearly demonstrates the benefits of examining Early Years from multiple perspectives. Not only does the author define psychology and sociology as workable theories within social sciences, but through the application and analysis of social policy the students are guided into developing the interconnections between theory, pedagogy and reflective practice. The research chapter (7) is particularly well positioned, leaving the reader with the impression that they are being effortlessly guided towards research as a normal expectation within on-going 'good' Early Years practice. -- Caroline Bligh, Senior Lecturer And Course Leader For The Ma Childhood Studies And Ma Early Years, Leeds Metropolitan University, UK A well structured, clear and detailed book for foundation and undergraduate students of Early Childhood Studies. This book provides a multi-disciplinary view which places the child at the centre of the learning process. It encourages practitioners to engage with theoretical perspectives and consider best practice through case studies in order to support students' development as reflective practitioners. -- Sharon Witt, Senior Lecturer In Education, University Of Winchester, UK Author InformationEwan Ingleby is Senior Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences and Law at Teesside University, UK, where he teaches on the Education MA and PhD, and the Early Childhood Studies BA. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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