Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years
- Linda Miller - The Open University
- Linda Pound - Education Consultant
By focusing on key figures in early years education and care, this book considers the influential thinkers and ground-breaking approaches that have revolutionized practice.
With contributions from the leading authorities and researchers in the field, chapters provide an explanation of the approach, an analysis of the theoretical background, case studies from practice and questions and discussion points to facilitate critical thinking.
Included are chapters on:
- Froebel
- Psychoanalytical theories of educating and caring for young children
- Maria Montessori
- Steiner Waldorf education
- High/Scope
- Post-modern and post-structuralist perspectives
- The role of the creative arts
- Forest Schools
- Vivian Gussin Paley
- Te Whariki
Written in an accessible style and relevant to all levels of early years courses, from undergraduate to graduate degrees, the book asks the reader to engage with debates and to develop their own views and opinions. With staggered levels of further reading, the editors and contributors provide a rich source of material that encourages reflection and promotes progression.
Fantastic book giving a good insight into the different theories and approaches to learning in the Early Years. Easy to follow and understand with a good flow throughout. A book that will be recommended to aid my students learning on the foundation degree.
This is a book that every student studying BA (Hons) in Early Years must have as it gives a clear overview and interesting facts of the key theories and apptoaches in the EY sector.
A very useful book for all early years level 4 and level 5 students
Excellent resource for all early years level 4 and level 5 students! Written in an engaging style, the book provides a great starting point for researching the relevant issues in more depth.
A really useful which looks critically and analytically at a number of theories and approaches to learning in the early years. A very helpful text for undergraduates.
What I liked about this book was the summary at the end of each chapter, and the further reading including websites, books and references. An excellent resource for those studying at level 5 and applying theorists thoughts and beliefs to how children develop. Have used this book to suppplement my teaching of Unit 3 and 5 on HNC Advanced Practice.
This is a valuable source of information on theorists. Chapter 1 gives a contextual background on Reggio Emilia education. The final thoughts sections are particularly insightful. The chapters also provide good questions for discussion which could be used in lessons to develop reflection. I found the further reading sections linking to the different levels too for stretching students. Although it is aimed at level 5 and above, the book could still be used as a supplement for level 3 students who need to be stretched further in their research skills and to develop wider reading.
An excellent book for students studying at a higher level, that want to have a more indepth understanding of theoretical concepts.
This is a very interesting, well written book which the students have enjoyed reading.
This book is an invaluable material for discussions on the foundational theories of learning in early childhood. The theories are well-analysed and are straight to the point.
Sage College Publishing
