This textbook prepares early childhood educators (ages birth to age 8) for the variety of roles (advocate, facilitator, planner, mediator, etc.) they must assume in working with children, parents, colleagues, principals, administrators, and the community at large. This book addresses the critical issues in the field of early childhood education with an emphasis on the transformational roles of all early childhood professionals. Each chapter discusses these roles in depth so readers will be best prepared to face realities of the field, such as how to be accountable to standards, to collaborate with families, to develop intentional and meaningful curriculum and assessment, to teach children in a diverse and inclusive classroom environment, and to use developmentally appropriate principles and practices so that every child will learn and succeed.
This book frames content in a way that defines the " what, why, and how" of becoming an early childhood educator. It prepares readers for the variety of roles (advocate,...
This book frames content in a way that defines the " what, why, and how" of becoming an early childhood educator.
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Exploring Your Role in Early Childhood Education Pearson New International Edition
The book addresses the concerns teachers often have about their effectiveness and prepares them to work with young children in a variety of settings.
Student Study Guide to Accompany Exploring Your Role: A Practitioner's Introduction to Early Childhood Education
The typical introductory text begins with a history of the field and a chapter on developmental theory followed by one chapter on each major subject area--language, mathematics, science, the arts, and so forth.
This edition provides a comprehensive approach to implementing practices that ensure all young children have access to high-quality early learning.
This is the only introduction to early childhood text that is based on the standards of professional preparation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Instructor's Resource Manual to Accompany Exploring Your Role: A Practitioner's Introduction to Early Childhood Education