Learning in Early Childhood

Pat Beckley is the Academic Co-ordinator 3-7 PGCE Primary at Bishop Grosseteste University College, Lincoln.

′This book offers a comprehensive and well-structured overview of the early years. The traditons of good practice are conveyed alongside recent developments in our understanding of learning and teaching in the early years′ - Pat Broadhead, Professor of Playful Learning. Leeds Metropolitan University ′Each of the chaptes include learning objectives, case studies, points for discussion and suggestions for further reading, making this a useful text for both personal study and group reflection′- Early Years Update

• PART ONE: HOW YOUNG CHILDREN LEARNHistorical Perspectives - Pat BeckleyTheories of Learning - Pat BeckleyPartnerships with Parents/Carers - Pat BeckleyPedagogy in Practice - Pat BeckleyPART TWO: SUPPORTING YOUNG CHILDREN′S LEARNINGMotivation and Self-Esteem - Pat BeckleyInclusion and ′Educating′ the Whole Child - Sue LambertDiversity in the Early Years - Helen HendryThinking Skills - Sharon MarsdenPART THREE: ORGANIZING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTApproaches to Play - Lindy Nahmad-WilliamsEnabling Environments - Jane JohnstonLearning and Teaching Styles - Alison JakinsLeadership and Management in Early Years Settings - Pat BeckleyPART FOUR: ISSUES IN PRACTICEEngaging Early Learners - Becky GlentonThe Social Context - Pat BeckleyMulti-Agency Working - Anita SoniForward Thinking and Forward Practice - Liz Creed