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Early Childhood educational research is a constantly evolving field. This book brings together Cathy Nutbrown’s considerable knowledge and expertise in the field, to deliver a comprehensive and critical overview of national and international research. The strengths of various types of research, and their influence on theory, policy and practice, are identified along with new and emerging research areas, and anticipated future topics and patterns of research. Through an analytical discussion of research topics addressing Children, Adults and Pedagogy, these key areas are highlighted: − Issues in research design − Types of and trends in methodological approaches − The ethics of research With digestible chapter introductions, thinking points and suggestions for research or dissertation topics, readers are also able to locate their own work in an international landscape. This is the perfect ‘go to’ resource for all early childhood education and social science researchers.
Research Focusing on Learning and Teaching
Research Focusing on Learning and Teaching
This part (of five chapters) has reviewed ECE research since 2000 organised around the broad theme of Learning and Teaching. In this reflection I have identified what stands out for me, and what I think needs to happen next.
On Curricular Approaches
Curriculum seems still to dominate policy – and there is far more control over what is taught than how it is taught. This, at least, allows knowledgeable practitioners to influence practice and also allows for a more fluid and open response to children’s learning.
Next Steps
Given the fascinating theories that children come up with in order to explain the questions they set themselves, or answer some of the questions that they meet as they explore and enquire over ...
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