Understanding Sustainability in Early Childhood Education: Case Studies and Approaches from Across the UK

ISBN-13: 9781138188297 / Angielski / Miękka / 2017 / 206 str.

Diane Boyd; Nicky Hirst; John Siraj-Blatchford

Opis

This unique book covers research related to education for sustainability within early childhood education in the four home nations of the United Kingdom. Whilst various reports have been written about primary education, the field of early childhood education demands attention and this timely publication considers the contribution of early childhood education to support the Sustainable development goals. Each chapter considers the relevant early years framework and is written with associated case studies, which highlight connections between statutory guidance, policy and positive early years pedagogical practice. The authors use an education for sustainability lens to explore the critical issues and explicit and implicit links embedded in each of the curricula frameworks. They take into account outdoor learning and the different interpretations of ecological sustainability, allowing students to explore the role of sustainability in early years education, and help young children understand their world. The book considers early childhood education as a distinct and valuable phase beyond the readiness for school discourse and the importance of skilful and knowledgeable adults to work with young children from birth. It offers a unique resource for students, practitioners, leaders and researchers engaged in the study of education for sustainability in early childhood and the importance of the early years for the development of life-long pro-environmental attitudes.

Spis treści

Introduction  1. Early Childhood Education for Sustainability within England  2. Early Childhood Education for Sustainability within Northern Ireland  3. Early Childhood Education for Sustainability within Scotland  4. Early Childhood Education for Sustainability within Wales  5. The Legacy of Maria Montessori  6. The legacy of Rudolf Steiner