Child Observation: A Guide for Students of Early Childhood

Author:   Ioanna Palaiologou (University of Bristol) ,  Author
Publisher:   Sage Publications Ltd
Edition:   4th Revised edition
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9781526449993


Pages:   296
Publication Date:   07 October 2019
Format:   Paperback
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This is a key text that enables students to appreciate and understand the central role of observation in understanding, planning for and educating early years children. It explores the theoretical background to child observation and links it back to practice. Recent important research in the field of child observation is highlighted and ethical implications of research in early childhood are considered. This is essential for all those studying for degrees and foundation degrees in early childhood, early years and related disciplines and for Early Years Teacher candidates. Updated in line with recent policy and legislation changes A new chapter on observation documentation in the multi-modal age Includes new material and case studies that explores the essential elements of child observation across the world Research chapter re-written to make it more accessible for all students More case studies throughout linking theory to practice.

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Author:   Ioanna Palaiologou (University of Bristol) ,  Author
Publisher:   Sage Publications Ltd
Imprint:   Learning Matters Ltd
Edition:   4th Revised edition
Weight:   0.520kg
ISBN:  

9781526449993


ISBN 10:   1526449994
Pages:   296
Publication Date:   07 October 2019
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Observation in the policy context Chapter 2 – Observation and pedagogy Chapter 3 – Becoming and observer Chapter 4 – Unstructured (participant) observation Chapter 5 – Structured observations Chapter 6 – Semi-structured observations Chapter 7 - Analysing and documenting Chapter 8- Observation documentation in the multi-modal age Chapter 9- Ethical implications Chapter 10- Observing development and learning Chapter 11- Observing for curriculum Chapter 12- Observing for research

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Dr. Ioanna Palaiologou CPsychol AFBPsS is an Academic Associate at the UCL Institute of Education. She is also a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society with a specialism in child development and learning theories. Her research interests focus on ethics, child development, the role of digital technologies and implications on pedagogy.  

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