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SAGE PUBLISHING Learning In Early Childhood by Beckley
By explaining the theoretical context and highlighting relevant research evidence, this book supports a whole child approach to learning in the early years. Drawing on case studies from a wide range of early years settings, the chapters consider how the different professions in education, health and social care can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all young children. Included are chapters on:*theories of learning*partnerships with parents and carers*motivation and self-esteem*diversity*inclusion*thinking skills*approaches to play*engaging early learners*leadership and management*multi-agency workingThe links made between theory and practice, and the practical suggestions for how to make this happen in any early years setting, make this book a vital text for all early years students. PART ONE: HOW YOUNG CHILDREN LEARNHistorical Perspectives - Pat BeckleyTheories of Learning - Pat BeckleyPartnerships with Parents/Carers - Pat BeckleyPedagogy in Practice - Pat BeckleyPART TWO: SUPPORTING YOUNG CHILDREN'S LEARNINGMotivation and Self-Esteem - Pat BeckleyInclusion and 'Educating' the Whole Child - Sue LambertDiversity in the Early Years - Helen HendryThinking Skills - Sharon MarsdenPART THREE: ORGANIZING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTApproaches to Play - Lindy Nahmad-WilliamsEnabling Environments - Jane JohnstonLearning and Teaching Styles - Alison JakinsLeadership and Management in Early Years Settings - Pat BeckleyPART FOUR: ISSUES IN PRACTICEEngaging Early Learners - Becky GlentonThe Social Context - Pat BeckleyMulti-Agency Working - Anita SoniForward Thinking and Forward Practice - Liz Creed