Policy Issues in the Early Years
- Linda Miller - The Open University
- Denise Hevey - University of Northampton, UK
Topics covered include:
- policy making
- poverty, disadvantage and social exclusion
- promoting infant mental health
- safeguarding and well-being
- enhancing children's potential
- parenting policies and skills
- national strategies versus professional autonomy
- the marketisation of early years provision
- democracy as a fundamental value in Early Years
Taking a critical perspective and written in an accessible style, the book is relevant to all levels of Early Years courses, from Foundation Degree to Masters. The reader is encouraged to engage with debates and to develop their own views and opinions. With staggered levels of Further Reading, the editors and contributors provide a rich source of material that encourages reflection and promotes progression.
Linda Miller is Professor Emeritus of Early Years, The Open University.
Denise Hevey is Professor of Early Years, The University of Northampton.
An exciting new book on Early Years Policy, a topic area often overlooked. A perfect introduction for Master's Students.
Very good book but more applicable to UK then Ireland but will use it for comparable studies
Good for the level 3 student that is finishing or adapting policies.
An excellent, up to date book suitable for students at all levels of Higher Education. This book is now a core text on our Early Years policy modules.
An excellent read. One which I am sure will become a student favorite.
Case studies bring theory and practice together. Like the further reading lists, especially as they offer some links to level 7. Activities and discussion points help to consolidate student learning. Have recommended to a colleague for use on Master programme.
Essential for supporting the ECM agenda and the areas of policy review especially at level 5.
An excellent resource for students studying early years policy. The case studies and discussion points are useful tools to aid reflection and to consolidate learning.
Excellent up to date resource that enables the student to reflect on policy and national strategies within the early years field. Great links to additional research and further reading. Each chapter carefully written by experts in the field of Early years and with consideration given to ways to support the development of a competent workforce who are aware of the changes in policy and practice.
This is an excellent and timely book which is invaluable given the changes in the early years sector.
It is useful to those involved in theoretical underpinning policy concepts and those who are active researchers in the field.
