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OverviewEarly years pedagogy is a deeply human, emotional activity as well as an intellectual and physical one. Drawing on key research, this book explores how ‘Work Discussion’ can offer a safe space for practitioners to reflect on their daily experience including the feelings that accompany the work. In facilitating honest and open conversations, it shows how sharing troubling dilemmas and experiences in a supportive environment can improve both the wellbeing of practitioners and the outcomes for children and their families. This book explains the origins of Work Discussion, the results of a year-long evaluation of its impact in a large early years setting, and the accounts of five nursery leaders who have experienced using Work Discussion. Concluding with practical advice on preparing to go forward for training in facilitating Work Discussion groups in early years settings, chapters cover: How to set up Work Discussion as a model of professional reflection Structuring conversations and responding to difficult incidents and experiences The benefits of Work Discussion for practitioners, children and families Detailed case studies of Work Discussion in action. Written by leading experts and including reflective questions throughout, this will be valuable reading for early years practitioners as well as managers wanting to support their staff’s mental health wellbeing. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter ElferPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.394kg ISBN: 9781032393384ISBN 10: 1032393386 Pages: 116 Publication Date: 26 January 2024 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationPeter Elfer is Honorary Research Fellow in the School of Education at the University of Roehampton. He has been a Trustee and Chair of Research for the Froebel Trust. His research has been focussed on the experiences of babies, young children, and practitioners in nursery settings. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |