Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years
- Linda Miller - The Open University
- Linda Pound - Education Consultant
Included are chapters on:
- Froebel
- Psychoanalytical theories
- Maria Montessori
- Steiner Waldorf education
- High/Scope
- Post-modern and post-structuralist perspectives
- Forest Schools
- Vivian Gussin Paley
- Te Whatilderiki
Written in an accessible style and relevant to all levels of early years courses, the book has staggered levels of Further Reading that encourage reflection and promotes progression.
Linda Miller is Professor Emeritus of Early Years, The Open University
Linda Pound is a consultant and author, renowned for her work in early years education and care.
This text offers an excellent range of insights into current issues of how learning is viewed within the early years, embracing multiple perspectives and of real interest to students and fellow lecturers alike.
A good resource which gives the student necessary information to support learning
Relevant information for today's practitioners
A textbook which will provide invaluable for the learners. It offers a range of insightful perspectives around key thinkers and theorists and their influence on learning in the early years.
The key theories that have been focused on are a valuable introduction to Early childhood students and practitioners.
Very useful will recommend to team.
The Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years is an easily read and understood academic resource. Students can match the theory to practice
Professionals working in the world of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) are advised engage with this highly recommended text. Discussion points facilitate critical thinking and complex theories are presented in a very accessible and reader friendly way.
Links perfectly into module - Pedagogy in the Early Years
This was a really good text to engage with and I feel students will be able to read and elicit information easily.
