Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years
- Linda Miller - The Open University
- Linda Pound - Education Consultant
Included are chapters on:
- Froebel
- Psychoanalytical theories
- Maria Montessori
- Steiner Waldorf education
- High/Scope
- Post-modern and post-structuralist perspectives
- Forest Schools
- Vivian Gussin Paley
- Te Whatilderiki
Written in an accessible style and relevant to all levels of early years courses, the book has staggered levels of Further Reading that encourage reflection and promotes progression.
Linda Miller is Professor Emeritus of Early Years, The Open University
Linda Pound is a consultant and author, renowned for her work in early years education and care.
This is a book that is easy to follow and understand. Good links with theory and practice.
Balanced and accesible. A good introduction to learning theory.
An accessible and useful text which clearly presents some of the more complex theories in a format that students will appreciate.
A useful text book for the course, bringing some key early childhood theories together in one text, useful as an introduction to ideas.
Great book. Ideal for Early Childhood Studies BA students and PGCert Early Years. Great to see the work of Paley acknowledged. Will certainly put on Essential list for next year.
A useful resource to give additional reading material for the students
Good well explained text relevant to the BSc Chldhood studies
