Early Childhood Studies: A Social Science Perspective

By Ewan Ingleby

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1441156143
• ISBN13: 9781441156143
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"