Early Childhood Studies: A Social Science Perspective

Early Childhood Studies: A Social Science Perspective
ISBN-10
1441156143
ISBN-13
9781441156143
Series
Early Childhood Studies
Category
Social Science
Pages
240
Language
English
Published
2013-01-17
Publisher
A&C Black
Author
Ewan Ingleby

Description

Early Childhood Studies: A Social Science Perspective explores key issues in early childhood studies from a variety of social science disciplines, including psychology, sociology, social policy and education. Each chapter considers a different social science discipline, identifying, analysing and critically assessing how that particular discipline enriches early years provision and research.User-friendly student features are included throughout, including:- Icebreakers introduce the main chapter themes- Objectives help readers to develop cognitive skills, moving from identifying to analysing to critically assessing - Formative activities encourage practical application of the content - Case-studies ground theory in practice - Research activities support those looking to take their understanding further - Self-assessment questions allow readers to test their knowledge- Further reading references and web links provide ideas for further exploration An essential course companion for all Early Childhood Studies undergraduate students.

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