Communication Skills for Working with Children and Young People: Introducing Social Pedagogy

Communication Skills for Working with Children and Young People: Introducing Social Pedagogy
ISBN-10
0857003313
ISBN-13
9780857003317
Category
Education
Pages
176
Language
English
Published
2011-08-15
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Author
Pat Petrie

Description

For those working with children, effective communication is a crucial part of building relationships and encouraging children's emotional and intellectual development. This practical guide identifies the child and their relationship with the adult as the basis upon which real communication can be made. Topics covered include non-verbal communication, attentive listening, empathy, the part played by questions, working constructively with conflict and criticism, and communicating in groups. It also draws on the innovative ideas found in social pedagogic theory and practice, such as communicating with your head, hands and heart and how to differentiate between the personal, the professional and the private in your interactions. The book contains exercises, topics for personal reflection or group discussion, and suggestions for observations. This will be an excellent source of advice and ideas for all those in the children's workforce including early years professionals, teachers, social workers, counsellors and practitioners working with children in care, including foster carers.

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