Learning Theories in Childhood
- Colette Gray - Stranmillis University College
- Sean MacBlain
Focusing on the early philosophies of learning and key behavioural, cognitive, and social theorists, including Locke, Rousseau, Montessori, Piaget, Vygotsky, Bandura, Bronfenbrenner & Bruner, this popular book provides a comprehensive overview of children's learning. The authors highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each theoretical perspective, and encourage reflection on how different approaches impact on the learning environment. The discussion finishes with an exploration of the new sociology of childhood.
New to this Second Edition are:
· a new chapter on 'What is theory and what is learning?
· a new chapter on ‘The Changing nature of learning’
There is also a new companion website which features:
· journal articles to read alongside each chapter
· podcasts from the authors explaining the key points on each topic
· links to video material discussing key theories and methods.
You can access the books online materials at study.sagepub.com/grayandmacblain2e
Accessibly written, with key questions and recommended reading included, this book is essential for all those studying on child development, early childhood and childhood studies courses, and for anyone interested in understanding more about how children learn and think.
Colette Gray is Head of Research Development and Principal Lecturer in Childhood Studies at Stanmillis University College, Belfast, and Sean MacBlain is Reader in Child Development and Disability at the University of St. Mark & St. John, Plymouth.
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This book features learning theories and early philosophies of learning and encourage reflection on how they impact teaching and learning. It is a useful text for students and anyone interested in understanding how children learn.
Excellent and essential text for foundation degree students who are getting their head around the theoretical perspectives, the toerists on childhood and applying this to practice
Easy to access reference guide across a range of modules.
A really succinct and clearly written introduction to complex theories.
excellent introduction to all areas.
Brilliant resource to explore & embed early leaning theorists, educators & philosophers making links to practice
I found this book simple to read and it had all the key concepts that students would need when completing assessed work.
A clearly written, well evidenced book showing how different theorists have influenced approaches to teaching and supporting children, this encourages critical thought and reflection about how we work effectively with children.
Useful will recommend to team
This book should become hugely popular with the wide range of students currently working towards early childhood studies qualifications at a range of levels: but is also a very valuable tool for more experienced early years professionals keen to develop their skills as reflective practitioners.
