Early Childhood Education
History, Philosophy and Experience
- Cathy Nutbrown - University of Sheffield, UK
- Peter Clough - University of Brighton, UK
Early Childhood Education | History of Education | Social/Philosophical Foundations
This accessible introduction to the history of early childhood education emphasises the role of history and philosophy in early childhood practice today. Firmly grounded in current policy from across the UK, the text features a series of imagined conversations with key figures and pioneers, which exemplify various philosophical positions in early childhood. This second edition has been fully updated and revised in line with recent policy changes, and contains new and updated biographies of key pioneers as well as three brand new conversations with historical figures.
The book is useful for a range of students of Early Childhood Education or History of Education, from first year undergraduates to PhD students. It will also be incredibly valuable to Early Years trainee teachers, practitioners and policy makers.
A strong text to support understanding of Early Childhood Education and Care philosophy and links to modern practice. Useful for BA, Faoundation Degree and Early Years Teacher Status.
Excellent resource - relevant to students requirement to consider the impact of theoretical perspectives upon educational experiences in the 21st Century
A useful guide to all those theorists with names that I often forget. An ideal accompaniment for my learners, beneficial for essay writing.
