Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Cathy Nutbrown - University of Sheffield, UK
SAGE Key Concepts series
Early Childhood Education
There are brand new entries on:
- Attachment
- Babies' learning and development
- Children's Centres
- Citizenship
- Digital Technologies
- Early Years Foundation Stage
- Early Years Professional Status
- Neuroscience
- Sexualities
The rest of the book has also been thoroughly updated and revised, and includes coverage of heuristic play, Early Literacy Development and Parental Involvement.
The book offers starting points which provide a clear focus, further reading and discussion of research on thirty-five key topics. It is a must for students following courses in early childhood education and care.
Professor Cathy Nutbrown directs and teaches on Masters and Doctoral programmes in Early Childhood Education at the University of Sheffield.
Useful information for the experienced practitioner presented in a concise logical way. Variety of appropriate current reserach referred to within the text.
A good book for the more able Level 1 student and recommended for the Level 2 and 3 students.
A good introduction to key concepts and further reading
Good book from Cathy (again).
Subjects are presented quite a compact way. Thank you!
The short 'snap shots' of key concepts are really useful as an introduction to the topics for students
Straightforward and accessible, this book provides a useful overview and revision aid.
excellent text, essetial reading at level 4
good introductory text with , as the title says, essential key facts for learners
An excellent little handbook for student teachers to dip into for an overview of key issues in education. Very useful indeed.
A compact book packed with concepts for Early Years practitioners to build their understanding of the ever evolving field of childcare and education.
