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More copies of this ISBNEarly Childhood Education: Birth - 8: The World of Children, Families, and Educatorsby Amy Driscoll
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Through the presentation of detailed case studies, this book illustrates and integrates the foundations, key concepts, and developmentally appropriate practices of early childhood education, while fostering professional development. Written to bring the reader into the child's world, the fourth edition of this popular introductory text provides an overview of the foundations of early childhood education, while fostering professional development, reflective teaching and learning, and best practices for children and their families. Through the presentation of detailed case studies, this book illustrates the foundations, key concepts, and developmentally appropriate practices of early childhood education, while fostering professional development. Professional development and advocacy, reflective teaching and learning, and best practices for children and their families Pre-service and In-service teachers
Synopsis:Through case studies, theory and journal reflection activities, students learn to integrate new concepts and best practices for young children with their own experiences. Synopsis:Driscoll/Nagel Early Childhood Education, Birth - 8: The World of Children, Families, and Educators, 4/e
Table of ContentsAll Chapter include “A Closer Look,” “Principles and Insights: Summary and Review,” and “Becoming an Early Childhood Professional: Your Professional Portfolio and Your Professional Library”
1. What Is Early Childhood Education? Building a Community of Early Childhood Professionals Exploring the Options in Early Childhood Education: Programs and Roles What Do Early Childhood Educators Need to Know and Be Able to Do? History of Early Childhood Education and the Profession
2. The Wonder of Children: Development and Dispositions Introduction to Development and Dispositions Studying Infants Studying Toddlers Studying Preschool-Age Children (Ages Three to Five Years) Studying Children in Kindergarten and Primary Grades (Ages Five to Eight Years) Dispositions
3. Theories of Development: Foundations for Practice. Theories of Development at a Preschool Cognitive and Language Development Social and Emotional Development Multiple Intelligences Theory Theory into Practice: A Visit to Preschool
4. Children's Play: A Source of Development and Learning. Definitions and Thinking about Play Play and Development: From Infants to Eight-Year-Olds Social Development and Play Current Topics and Issues Related to Play Adult Roles in Children's Play
5. Early Childhood Curriculum: Thinking and Practices. What is Curriculum? Ideas about Curriculum Early Childhood Education Programs Current Curriculum Guidelines and Approaches Recent Curricular Emphases
6. Families and Communities: Context for Understanding Children. Families Today Today's Families and Home vs. Work Families and Communities: Significant Understandings Contemporary Challenges Faced by Families Family Involvement in Early Childhood Education
7. Infant Care Programs and Practices: Luke's Story. Finding Good Infant Care A Conversation with Luke's Dad Visiting Luke's Home with Kristine Visiting with Sure, the Infant Care Coordinator A Closer Look at Infant Care Programs Current Issues and Trends in Infant Care Programs
8. Toddler Care: Ibrahim's Story. Toddler Development: Responding with Curriculum and Guidance The Helen Gordon Child Development Center: A University Laboratory School
9. Preschool: Felipe's Story. A Visit with Susana A Home Visit with Felipe's Family What is Head Start? Preschool Programs Supporting Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
10. Kindergarten: Keeley's Story. Visiting Keeley Kindergarten: It's Position in the School System Learning from Jim After-School Care Program A Closer Look at Kindergarten
11. The Primary Grades: Erin Cheyenne's Story. Meet Erin Cheyenne and Her Family Reasons for Educating At Home Lessons from Parent's Thinking Learning from Paula: Meeting Diverse Needs and Providing Guidance Primary Grade Curriculum Assessment in the Primary Grades Professional Preparation of Primary Grade Teachers
12. Special Education: Jodie and Her Family's Story. A Home Visit with Jodie and Her Family Reflecting on Jodie's Experiences Special Education for Young Children Early Childhood Special Education
13. The Changing World of Early Childhood. Angela's Village Politics and Early Childhood Programs Economics and Early Childhood Education Society and Early Childhood Summary of Political, Economic, and Social Influences on Early Childhood Advocacy: Why and How? Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
Appendix A–Web Resources Appendix B–The National Association for the Education of Young Children’s Code of Ethical Conduct
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