Early Childhood Learning Communities

	Marilyn Fleer , Monash University Sue Edwards , Monash University Marie Hammer , Monash University Anne Kennedy , Monash University Avis Ridgway , Monash University Jill Robbins , Monash University Lynne Surman , Monash University         Request an inspection copy    ISBN:  9781741032284      ISBN10:  1741032288      RRP inc. GST:  $78.95    Published:  9/11/2005      Format:  Paperback

Description top For undergraduate teachers studying early childhood education at the university level. Early Childhood Learning Communities aims to share research findings that are important in a evidence based approach to pedagogy practice. Paving the way for more accurate sorting and sifting of research and theoretical writings in early childhood education, this publication draws heavily upon the Australian research, sociocultural theory and the principles of Reggio Emilia, Italy. It invites students to act as researchers themselves, and seeks to create an early childhood learning community where the latest research and thinking generate the potential for future research and action. Offering new insights gained through critical reviews of the literature that students will find make it engaging, accessible and thought provoking.

Features and Benefits top • Research questions provide students with a chance for extra-curricula study and revision. • A series of case studies can be found throughout the chapters – as examples of sociocultural research in practice. • Tables & Figures with photos provides visual and statistical learning • Research in practice boxes are included in some chapters where students put their research skills to practice. • Questions for reflection are provided so students get a chance to reflect on the issues being discussed within the chapter. • A Case study is provided in Chapter 7: Continuity in early education and Chapter 14: Quality – always unfinished business so students can get a unique look at the issues and scenarios that they face in the real world. • Key terms are provided so students can learn and understand the terminology used in early childhood teaching.

Table of Contents top SECTION 1: UNDERSTANDING CHILDREN FROM A PERSONAL, INTERPERSONAL AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE 1. A sociocultural perspective on early childhood education: rethinking, re-conceptualising and re-inventing Marilyn Fleer 2. The images of children: a picture tells a thousand words Anne Kennedy 3. Working in the zone: new insights into ZPD Marilyn Fleer and Jill Robbins 4. The pedagogy of relationships Anne Kennedy and Lynne Surman 5. Diversity in the context of universal early childhood education: family involvement or family exclusion? Marilyn Fleer and Jill Robbins 6. Broadening the lens on diversity Marie Hammer, Jill Robbins and Marilyn Fleer SECTION 2: UNDERSTANDING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FROM A PERSONAL, INTERPERSONAL AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE 7. Continuity in early education: building sociocultural connections Anne Kennedy 8. Spaces that educate Avis Ridgway and Marie Hammer 9. Documenting – feedback informing practice Avis Ridgway 10. A sociocultural approach to observing and assessing Marilyn Fleer and Lynne Surman 11. Potentive assessment in early childhood education Marilyn Fleer 12. Program planning: negotiating the curriculum Lynne Surman, Avis Ridgway and Suzy Edwards SECTION 3: UNDERSTANDING THE PROFESSION FROM A PERSONAL, INTERPERSONAL AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE 13. The foundations of early childhood education: historically situated practice Suzy Edwards and Marie Hammer 14. Quality – always unfinished business Marilyn Fleer and Anne Kennedy 15. Joining the academy Marilyn Fleer, Marie Hammer and Jill Robbins

About the Authors top Professor Marilyn Fleer, Faculty of Education, Monash University Dr Suzy Edwards, Faculty of Education, Monash University Ms Marie Hammer, Faculty of Education, Monash University Dr Anne Kennedy, Faculty of Education, Monash University Mrs Avis Ridgway, Faculty of Education, Monash University Ms Jill Robbins, Faculty of Education, Monash University Ms Lynne Surman, Faculty of Education, Monash University

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